I-71 Section Closed Following Saturday Afternoon Crash
A crash on Saturday afternoon has led to the closure of a section of I-71 between Pearl Road and Royalton Road in the Cleveland-Akron (Canton) area.
Cleveland Akron, OH, August 15, 2026 —
A section of Interstate 71 (I-71) in the Cleveland-Akron (Canton) area remains closed following a crash that occurred on Saturday afternoon. The closure impacts the stretch of I-71 between Pearl Road and Royalton Road.
Details regarding the cause of the crash, the number of vehicles involved, or any injuries sustained have not been immediately released. The timeline for reopening the affected section of the highway is also not yet known.
Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes and expect potential delays in the area. Further updates on the reopening of I-71 are expected as more information becomes available.
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