Drivers encouraged to avoid intersection for gas main repairs

This is how long traffic lights will be in place in town road for emergency gas repairs

Temporary traffic lights are in place on a town road due to emergency gas repairs.

Drivers encouraged to avoid intersection for gas main repairs

PEORIA COUNTY, Ill. (WMBD) -- Drivers are encouraged to avoid the intersection of South Maxwell and West Middle roads in Peoria County on Tuesday. Construction crews struck an unmarked gas main, near General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport, and Ameren crews are currently working to repair it, county spokeswoman Gretchen Pearsall said. Crews are attempting to keep the roadway open to traffic, but larger vehicles and semis will have …