News|WeatherMore than 100 vehicle pile-up leaves US motorists stranded in snowstormUS weather forecasters warn of extremely cold temperatures, potential for winter storms across several states.
On Mon, an extensive vehicular accident occurred on Interstate 196 in Michigan due to severe snowstorm conditions. Over 100 vehicles, including more than 30 trailer trucks, were involved in the incident near Grand Rapids. The Michigan State Police closed…
On Mon, an extensive vehicular accident occurred on Interstate 196 in Michigan due to severe snowstorm conditions. Over 100 vehicles, including more than 30 trailer trucks, were involved in the incident near Grand Rapids. The Michigan State Police closed the highway in both directions to facilitate vehicle removal.
The Michigan State Police reported multiple injuries resulting from the collisions, though no fatalities were reported. Visual media depicted numerous trucks and cars accumulating on the snow-laden highway.
The US National Weather Service has issued advisories for extremely cold temperatures and potential winter storms affecting several states. The affected areas extend from northern Minnesota southward and eastward into Wisconsin, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York.
On Mon, an extensive vehicular accident occurred on Interstate 196 in Michigan due to severe snowstorm conditions.
Motorists were advised to exercise caution and reduce speed due to hazardous road conditions. The ongoing winter storm is expected to continue depositing snow in the region, with temperatures dropping to -22 degrees Celsius (-8 degrees Fahrenheit) with wind chill.
Additionally, freezing temperatures are forecasted for overnight into Tuesday in regions of north-central Florida and southeast Georgia.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.