All articles tagged with #i 235
A light pole fell onto I-235 in Des Moines, causing damage to multiple vehicles during the morning commute, with no reported injuries. The incident led to a major traffic slowdown and the closure of the far right lane until emergency crews cleared the scene. Slippery roads from re-freezing overnight also contributed to several other accidents in the metro area.
A crash on I-235 in Des Moines caused over 20-minute traffic delays during Wednesday morning's commute, marking the second significant traffic disruption of the week. Eastbound lanes were particularly affected, with delays reaching up to 28 minutes by 8 a.m. This incident adds to a series of traffic issues on I-235 following a recent winter storm, with the morning commute being significantly impacted.
A pedestrian has died after being struck by a vehicle on Interstate 235 in Des Moines. The northbound lanes were temporarily closed at Easton Boulevard, causing traffic backups. The closure is expected to last about 2 hours. According to the Iowa Department of Transportation, 268 people have died on Iowa roads so far this year, with 15 of them being pedestrians.
A 27-year-old man died after being hit by a vehicle on I-235 in Des Moines, Iowa. The incident prompted the closure of the highway, with northbound traffic being completely shut down until one lane reopened at 7:00 a.m. The man was transported to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries. The Des Moines Police Department is investigating the crash and is expected to release more information later.
An overturned tractor-trailer near I-235 and Kellogg in Wichita has caused traffic delays, with northbound lanes almost at a standstill. First responders are on the scene, but there are no reports of serious injuries. Motorists are advised to consider alternate routes and can check for updates on traffic conditions at WichWay.org.
A motorcyclist in Des Moines, Iowa, died after being knocked off his motorcycle by a tire that fell off a truck on I-235. The motorcyclist, Raymond Koontz, was critically injured and later passed away. The truck driver, Jose Flores, was cited for driving without a valid license and proof of insurance. This is the first traffic fatality involving a motorcyclist this year in the area. An investigation into the accident is ongoing.