10-car crash on I-81 in western Virginia leads to road closure
A major collision involving multiple vehicles, including tractor-trailers, took place on Thursday evening along Interstate 81 in Rockbridge County, Virginia, resulting in the tragic loss of one individual. The incident, which occurred near the 181-mile marker, was sparked by a series of collisions after traffic slowed down following a prior two-vehicle accident. Emergency responders, including a medical helicopter that was unable to airlift due to weather conditions, attended to the injured individuals. Eventually, the affected lanes were closed for about eight hours as crews worked to clear the wreckage and fuel spills. Traffic flow resumed by 1 a.m. on Friday, with the crash still undergoing investigation by state police. This event serves as a reminder of the potential dangers on the road, especially during inclement weather conditions such as heavy rain or snowfall, which often lead to pileups in areas like western Virginia.
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