September 1, 2010

STREET CLOSURE
On Thursday, September 2, 2010, the City of Midland Transportation Division will continue the Level-Up project.

Illinois between E Street and H Street will be closed starting Thursday, September 2, allowing workers to level up the roadway, weather permitting. Traffic will be detoured through the adjacent neighborhood.

The roadway will only be closed during the day, and will open back up to through traffic each night.

It is advised motorists who normally use Illinois between E Street and H Street during the day should use an alternate route during this time.

Please observe and obey all traffic signs and detours during this maintenance period.

The City of Midland Transportation Division will be continuing the annual Level-Up project.  It will provide protection to the driving surface of the roadway, thus creating a smoother ride for motorists.

GRASS FIRES
The Midland Fire Department has responded to a call on State Hwy 158 at 1:08pm.  Greenwood, Northeast and Midland Fire Departments are all on scene.
 
They are currently trying to contain 3 grass fires in the area that look to be spread over 8 acres.   No structures are threatened at this time.  It is thought to have started on the side of the road.  Law enforcement is also on scene to control traffic.
 
More details will be provided as they are received.

UPDATE: GRASS FIRES
The Midland Fire Department has responded to a call on State Hwy 158 at 1:08pm.  The fire is under control.  It burnt approximately 60 acres.  No structures were threatened.  Field equipment was threatened, but was saved.    
 
Greenwood, Northeast, and Midland Fire Departments, Midland County Sheriff’s Office, Road and Bridge, and Constable were all on scene.  

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