Three fatalities in 46-car Ohio pileup
Three fatalities were confirmed by authorities in a 46-car pileup in Ohio; weather was a factor in the crash. (Credit: Sean Mcgillivray/Tony Caldwell via Storyful)
At least 46 cars were involved in a massive pileup on the Ohio Turnpike Friday afternoon, Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) confirmed. Troopers on the scene reported three fatalities and multiple injuries in the Sandusky County crash.
A weather-related accident in Ohio involved nearly 50 cars; three fatalities are confirmed.
(Ohio State Highway Patrol)
Multiple agencies from across several counties are conducting rescue operations. Parties involved in the crash are being moved to a local facility by bus to stay warm.
OSHP confirmed that weather was a factor in the crash. Authorities are advising that travel be avoided. Blowing snow can significantly reduce visibility.
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Sgt. Ryan Purpura of OSHP advised drivers who must travel “to take some precautions: take it slow, be patient, increase your following distance, and always buckle up.”
In a statement, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine expressed his sympathy to the families who have lost a loved one during the inclement weather.
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At least four Ohioans have lost their lives in weather-related auto accidents since the storm began, the statement read.
