U.S. Hwy 136 Closed for Emergency Services in Atchison County

ROCK PORT, Mo – U.S. Hwy 136 is closed west of Rock Port due to a structure fire. The Missouri Department of Transportation, working with the Missouri State Highway Patrol, closed U.S. Hwy 136 earlier this morning. Local emergency responders are fighting a fire near the roadway. Thick, black smoke is causing visibility issues and the road is closed to all traffic until further notice. Motorists need to use an alternate route.

For more information, call 1-888-ASK-MODOT (888-275-6636Image removed.) or visit www.modot.org/northwest and view the online Traveler Information Map. In addition, MoDOT provides updated information on Twitter @MoDOTNorthwest and Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOTNWDistrict.

 

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