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Hundred-vehicle pileup shuts down I-196 in West Michigan amid whiteout
local17 hours ago

Hundred-vehicle pileup shuts down I-196 in West Michigan amid whiteout

A 100-vehicle pileup on I-196 near Zeeland Township, west Michigan, injured 9–12 people (no fatalities) and closed the highway in both directions between Hudsonville and Zeeland. Authorities said hazardous conditions, including whiteout and squalls, contributed to the crash, with an estimated 30–40 semi-trucks involved. First responders needed up to 45 minutes to reach the scene. Buses were used to move stranded motorists to Hudsonville High School, where they can access further assistance. Motorists were urged to avoid driving today.

Multiple Crashes Injure Several in Ottawa County
accidents2 years ago

Multiple Crashes Injure Several in Ottawa County

Three people were hospitalized after a pickup truck blew a tire and rolled over on westbound I-196 in Ottawa County, Michigan. The driver and a passenger were seriously injured, while another passenger received minor injuries. Two other passengers, including a one-year-old, were unharmed. The eastbound lanes of I-196 were closed briefly, while the westbound lanes were shut down for several hours.

Fatal Crash on I-196 near Saugatuck Leaves One Dead and One Injured
accidents2 years ago

Fatal Crash on I-196 near Saugatuck Leaves One Dead and One Injured

One person was killed and another injured in a fatal crash on northbound I-196 near Saugatuck, Michigan. The driver lost control of the pickup truck after a tire blew, causing the vehicle to roll in the median. Both people inside were thrown from the vehicle, and no seat belts were worn. The passenger, a 29-year-old Holland man, was pronounced dead at the scene, while the driver, a 32-year-old Zeeland man, was taken to the hospital. The crash remains under investigation.

Multiple Ramps on I-196 and I-496 to Close for Upgrades
transportation2 years ago

Multiple Ramps on I-196 and I-496 to Close for Upgrades

Two ramps along I-196 in the Grand Rapids area will be closed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. starting Monday, May 15, and lasting through Sunday, May 21, due to construction work. The ramps affected are the one from westbound I-196 to northbound U.S. 131 and the on ramp from Division/Ionia avenues to westbound I-196. The closures are weather dependent, according to Michigan Department of Transportation officials.