Illinois' "Snake Road" closes to cars to protect the migrating reptiles

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Illinois' "Snake Road" closes to cars to protect the migrating reptiles. (2026, October 25). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/illinois-snake-road-closes-cars-protect-migrating-reptiles/

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CBS News · collected 2026-10-26

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Noel Brennan reports on a decision to close Snake Road in Southern Illinois' Shawnee National Forest to vehicle traffic during snake migration season. The closure aims to protect reptiles as they move across the road, though specific dates and details about how long the road will be closed are not provided in the article.
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Story summary

In 2026, Illinois closed Snake Road, a popular destination in the Shawnee National Forest, to vehicular traffic during the fall season to protect migrating snakes from being hit by cars. The road is known for its annual snake migration where people gather to observe the reptiles crossing the highway. This decision aims to ensure the safety of both the snakes and visitors.

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📰 Illinois Snake Road Closure
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Narrative

In the hills of the Shawnee National Forest in Southern Illinois, people flock to "Snake Road" to watch the slithering animals make their fall migration.
framing: assertive · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-10-26
2026-10-26 · CBS News
Illinois' "Snake Road" closes to cars to protect the migrating reptiles · assertive framing

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In the hills of the Shawnee National Forest in Southern Illinois, people flock to "Snake Road" to watch the slithering animals make their fall migration. asserted
animals → flock → migration
Noel Brennan has the story. asserted
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