By Ethan Morgan

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Early morning commuters in Thornton encountered significant delays following a major traffic incident. The Thornton Police Department has issued a traffic alert advising that the northbound off-ramp of I-25 at 84th Avenue is currently closed due to a serious crash investigation. Additionally, they’ve indicated that the 84th Avenue heading east is also shut down, urging motorists to seek alternative routes and to avoid the area altogether.

While details on the crash are pending, the impact on traffic flow has been immediate and consequential. With the off-ramp closure, vehicles were seen backed up for miles, struggling to navigate the rush hour under the weight of sudden redirection. Drivers diverted from their familiar paths are met by a network of detours and delays. The closure comes at a time when weekday travel is at its peak, colliding with the lives of thousands navigating the arteries of the metropolitan mosaic.

The repercussions of this closure extend beyond mere inconvenience. Local businesses bracing for the day will likely feel the ripple effect. Deliveries delayed, employees stuck in the snarl, and customers deterred by the gridlock face a reality that the rhythm of commerce is vulnerable to the fragility of our infrastructure.