I-88 Exit Ramp, Lanes Closed After Bridge Damage

A major exit ramp from westbound I-88 to southbound Illinois Route 83 in Oak Brook remains closed for several days after a commercial truck hauling an excavator struck and significantly damaged the overpass bridge around 7 p.m. Tuesday. In addition to the ramp, a northbound lane and a turn lane have also been closed for inspections and repairs, causing major traffic disruptions near a busy shopping center. Engineers are currently assessing the full extent of the structural damage, and there is no definite timeline for reopening. Motorists are urged to use alternate routes, such as 22nd Street/Cermak Road or Highland Avenue, to avoid significant delays. Initial reports indicated a minor injury, but no further information on the driver's condition has been provided. Repair crews are working around the clock to resolve the situation.