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Flooding cleared after causing closures along I-94 in Wayne County

MSP reminds drivers not to go through flooded roads

Images from along I-94 at 1:13 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 2. Images taken from the MIDrive live monitoring cameras. (Michigan.gov)

WAYNE COUNTY, Mich. – Flooding over the freeway caused multiple closures along I-94 in Wayne County on Friday.

---> Flash flood warning issued for Wayne, Macomb counties

List of closures along I-94 due to flooding

Here is a list of I-94 closures caused by flooding in Wayne County:

  • There are no active closures along I-94 due to flooding.

Flooding has been cleared at EB I-94 at Conner Street, EB I-94 at Gratiot Avenue, WB I-94 at Outer Drive, and I-94 at French Road.

The list above was compiled from information provided by the Michigan Department of Transportation.

---> View: Live traffic map

Tips for driving in flood conditions

The following information comes from the state of Michigan:

  • Six inches of water will reach the bottom of most passenger cars causing loss of control and possible stalling. A foot of water will float many vehicles.
  • Two feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles including sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and pickups trucks.
  • Do not attempt to drive through a flooded road. The depth of water is not always obvious.
  • The road bed may be washed out under the water, and you could be stranded or trapped.
  • Do not drive around a barricade. Barricades are there for your protection. Turn around and go the other way.
  • Do not try to take short cuts--they may be blocked. Stick to designated routes.
  • Be especially cautious driving at night when it is harder to recognize flood dangers.

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