Chicago CTA Route 152 Adapts to Street Blockage
CTA Route 152 westbound buses detour via Belmont and Cicero due to Addison-Pulaski blockage
CTA Route 152 Detours Near Addison, Pulaski
Westbound Route 152 Addison buses are running on a detour due to a street blockage near Addison and Pulaski, transit officials said. The Chicago Transit Authority classified the disruption as high severity when it announced the change Tuesday. The detour affects westbound service only, though officials haven't said how many riders typically use this segment or when normal routing will resume.
Detour Routing Details
The temporary route sends westbound buses via Addison, Pulaski, Belmont, Cicero, and back to Addison to bypass the blockage. Officials didn't specify the nature of the street blockage or whether it's related to construction, an emergency situation, or another cause. The CTA uses severity classifications to help riders understand the impact of service disruptions, with high severity indicating significant changes to normal operations. Eastbound Route 152 buses continue to operate on their regular path.
Expected Delays and Impact
Passengers should expect delays while buses navigate the alternate routing, transit officials said. The detour adds several turns and additional distance compared to the direct Addison Street route. The CTA hasn't provided a specific estimate of how much extra travel time riders should plan for. Officials also haven't released information about how many daily riders are affected by the westbound detour or how many buses typically serve this route segment during peak and off-peak hours.
Timeline and Service Restoration
The detour took effect September 9, according to the transit agency. Officials haven't announced when they expect to restore normal westbound routing on Route 152. The CTA typically updates service alerts as situations develop, but a timeline for resolution wasn't available by publication time.
Rider Information and Updates
Riders using westbound Route 152 should plan extra travel time and consider alternative routes if available. The transit agency said it'll provide updates as the situation changes, though officials haven't specified how frequently they'll reassess the detour. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and can help riders monitor Route 152 arrivals during the service disruption.
