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Concrete barriers collapse on Route 53, shut down road in Palatine, state police say
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Key Points:
- A partial collapse occurred on Illinois Route 53 in Palatine, causing concrete barriers to fall onto Palatine Road and resulting in road closures.
- Palatine Road near Winston Drive is closed in both directions due to the traffic hazard, with no reported injuries.
- Palatine Police have advised motorists to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
- Illinois State Police confirmed the incident and stated that crews will work for several hours to replace the damaged concrete barrier.
- The road remains closed, and no additional details have been released at this time.
