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Akron ramp chaos: Overhead sign crash snarls traffic

A crash at SR-18 and I-77 in Akron sent an overhead highway sign crashing down and shut the southbound ramp for hours, turning Monday commutes upside down. Emergency crews and ODOT worked fast, but drivers faced big delays and detours until the ramp finally reopened around 4 p.m. If you travel this route, you know how much a closure like this can mess with your day. Have you ever been caught in a sudden road closure? How do you handle these surprise traffic headaches? Let’s swap stories and tips! #Transportation #AkronTraffic #SR18