Two drivers surprisingly escaped without injury after a head-on crash left both cars heavily damaged and Route 31 shut down in Prairie Grove early Sunday morning.
The Nunda Rural Fire Protection District and McHenry County Sheriff’s Office responded around 12:44 a.m. Sunday to the area of Route 31 and Gracy Road for a report of a head-on vehicle crash.
Firefighters arrived within minutes and located a two-vehicle crash with heavy front-end damage, according to Nunda Rural Fire Protection District Public Information Officer Alex Vucha.
The crash occurred just south of the intersection on Route 31. Both vehicles were only occupied by the drivers.
The two drivers were already out of their vehicles and walking when emergency crews arrived.
The adult male driver of the small SUV declined medical treatment at the scene.
The driver of the sedan was evaluated but refused additional medical attention.
“Given the extent of damage, it was a fortunate outcome that no serious injuries occurred,” Vucha said.
The sheriff’s office said Route 31 was shut down from Edgewood Road to Gracy Road in both directions.
Vucha said Route 31 was closed for over an hour while emergency personnel worked to clear the scene and ensure the roadway was safe to reopen.
The McHenry County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the circumstances of the crash.