Over 100 vehicles collided in a massive traffic incident triggered by heavy snowfall, causing chaos for drivers in the United States. The multiple-car crash occurred on Monday, January 19 in Michigan as snow covered the state, leading to a significant pileup that resulted in the closure of Interstate 196 by Michigan State Police just southwest of Grand Rapids.
Michigan State Police closed the Interstate 196 highway on Monday morning following a major collision involving more than 100 vehicles due to heavy snowfall that blanketed the state. The incident, which occurred southwest of Grand Rapids, led to the involvement of over 30 trucks in the cleanup operation. While several injuries were reported, fortunately, there were no fatalities.
One driver, Pedro Mata Jr., described the challenging conditions, mentioning that the snow made cars barely visible as they were driving at 20-25 mph before the collision. Despite managing to stop safely, Mata decided to move his truck to the median to avoid being rear-ended, highlighting the tense moments as he heard crashes behind him.
Severe weather warnings have been issued across the country due to a winter storm causing disruptions, with potential storms expected in various states from northern Minnesota to Wisconsin, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York. Forecasters predict temperatures below zero overnight for much of north-central Florida and southeast Georgia.
The Ottawa County Sheriff’s office in Michigan received reports of multiple accidents and vehicles sliding off the road, leaving drivers stranded. Bus services were arranged to transport stranded drivers to Hudsonville High School for assistance, as cleanup efforts were projected to take several hours.
Several towing companies, including Grand Valley Towing, mobilized a fleet of trucks to clear the aftermath of the massive chain-reaction crash. The manager of Grand Valley emphasized the urgency of clearing the vehicles to reopen the road promptly.
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