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Interstate 96

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natural-disasters2 years ago

Destructive Tornado Wreaks Havoc Along I-96

A tornado in eastern Ingham County, Michigan, caused significant damage along a stretch of Interstate 96, overturning 17 semis and numerous cars, downing wires, and toppling trees. The storm destroyed billboards and street signs, sheared off treetops, and resulted in the death of a 40-year-old man. Emergency crews worked to extract occupants from multiple vehicles simultaneously, and the westbound lanes of I-96 remained closed. Multiple tornadoes were confirmed in several counties as part of a destructive storm system that swept through Michigan.

accidents2 years ago

Speeding SUV kills four in Detroit bridge crash.

Four young men died after their speeding GMC Yukon crashed into a bridge pier on westbound Interstate 96 near Grand River Avenue in Detroit. The driver and passengers aged 20, 21, 22, and 25 were thrown from the vehicle and killed. The Michigan State Police are investigating the accident, and autopsy results and a vehicle inspection are pending. The police have urged drivers to be responsible and avoid reckless driving.

accidents2 years ago

"150-Vehicle Pileup Injures 16 on I-96 Highway in Michigan"

A pileup involving 150 vehicles occurred on Interstate 96 near Portland, Michigan, due to whiteout conditions, leading to 16 people being hospitalized, none with serious injuries. The freeway was closed in both directions for about five hours Saturday evening, but reopened at about 10 p.m. There were no serious injuries, and a warming and family reunification center was set up at the Portland Church of the Nazarene.