Michigan was hit by a massive snowstorm that led to a pileup involving up to 100 vehicles on Interstate 96 on Saturday. The incident occurred during white-out conditions, making visibility poor for drivers on the highway. Reports of injuries were received, but they do not appear to be serious, according to the police.
The pileup happened near Portland, a city located more than 161 kilometers northwest of Detroit. Police used Twitter to update the public on the situation, noting that there were reports of injuries, but no deaths were reported.
Photographs posted by officials showed a line of cars backed up on the road after the crash. Part of the interstate had to be closed due to the pileup, causing traffic to back up for miles.
The weather has cleared since the accident, but authorities have not announced when the interstate will be reopened. It is not yet clear what caused the accident, but officials have advised drivers to exercise caution on the roads during snowy conditions.
Michigan is no stranger to harsh winter weather conditions, with residents and authorities alike accustomed to snowstorms and icy roads. However, accidents like the one on Saturday serve as a reminder of the dangers of driving during inclement weather. Motorists are urged to exercise caution and drive at a safe speed to avoid accidents during snowy and icy conditions.
(Inputs from AP)
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