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accidentsdisasters2 years ago

"Deadly 'Super Fog' Causes Massive Pile-Up in Louisiana, Leaving 7 Dead and Dozens Injured"

A dense "super fog" caused a massive 158-car pile-up near New Orleans, resulting in at least seven deaths and 25 injuries. The fog, combined with smoke from marsh fires, severely reduced visibility on Interstate 55. Some vehicles caught fire, including a tanker truck carrying a hazardous liquid. The crash scene caught fire, and the motorway will remain closed until at least midday on Tuesday. The National Weather Service warned of similarly dangerous weather conditions later in the week. Louisiana has been dealing with wildfires, heatwaves, and droughts throughout the summer.

accidents2 years ago

"Deadly Dust Storm Causes 72-Car Pile-Up in Illinois"

A dust storm caused a 72-car pile-up on I-55 outside of Springfield, Illinois, killing seven people and injuring 37 others. The thick dust and multiple vehicle fires hampered rescue efforts, and portions of I-55 were shut down again on Tuesday due to dust storm and wind warnings. The Illinois State Police are seeking assistance from the public to identify the final two victims killed during the pile-up.

us2 years ago

Deadly Dust Storm Causes Multiple Fatalities in Illinois Highway Pileup

At least six people have died and more than 30 have been injured in an 80-vehicle pile-up on Interstate 55 in Illinois caused by a dust storm. The pile-up involved 20 commercial vehicles and 40 to 60 passenger cars, with two of the tractor-trailers involved in the crash catching fire. The dust storm was caused by a combination of meteorological conditions and human activity, namely agricultural land cultivation and leaving topsoil bare.