Due to a severe winter storm, PennDOT has temporarily closed Interstate 90 and Interstate 86 in Erie County, Pennsylvania. The closures affect I-90 from Interstate 79 to the New York state line and I-86 westbound from I-90 to the New York state line. Both interstates are under a Tier 4 vehicle restriction with a 45 mph speed limit. Motorists can check road conditions via the 511PA service, which offers real-time traffic updates and weather forecasts.
A dense layer of freezing fog caused a 30-car pileup on Interstate 86 near Pocatello, Idaho. The initial crash occurred as vehicles encountered the fog bank, leading to multiple chain-reaction crashes. Several people were injured and the freeway was closed for seven hours for cleanup. The crash remains under investigation.
A multi-vehicle collision involving over 30 cars and semi-trucks occurred on eastbound Interstate 86 near Pocatello, Idaho, due to a thick layer of fog and limited visibility. Fortunately, there were no fatalities, but several people sustained minor injuries and were taken to the hospital. The crash caused a chain reaction, resulting in significant damage to numerous vehicles. The interstate was blocked for approximately seven hours to allow emergency personnel and tow trucks to assist those involved and clear the scene. The Idaho State Police are investigating the incident.
