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Multi-vehicle accident on I-57 southbound near the 152 with at least two injuries and road blockage

Heard on: South Central IL Public Safety

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Effingham County, respond to the area of I-57 southbound near mile marker 152.

2/19/2026 01:24 PM

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I-57, Illinois

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Traffic reported near I-57, Illinois on Feb 19, 2026, 1:24 PM. As discussed during the dispatch call, multi-vehicle accident on I-57 southbound near the 152 with at least two injuries and road blockage AI-generated summary from public dispatch audio. Not an official report.

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