Authorities reported that at least eight people lost their lives in a tragic event in Kansas, where over 55 vehicles were involved in a crash caused by a dust storm. The incident occurred on Friday at 3:22 p.m. local time when strong winds swept into northwest Kansas from Colorado, resulting in a severe dust storm and near-zero visibility. This led to multiple crashes on I-70 as traffic slowed down. In addition to the fatalities, numerous injuries were also reported by the Kansas Highway Patrol on Saturday.
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly expressed her condolences, urging motorists to stay alert as adverse weather conditions persist. She thanked the swift response of first responders and emergency personnel handling the aftermath of the crash. I-70 remains closed as cleanup and investigation efforts continue.
This tragic event in Kansas coincides with severe weather threats across the U.S., including tornadoes, wildfires, and blizzard conditions. The storms have claimed at least 20 lives in four states, with Missouri reporting 12 fatalities. In other news, the Senate has approved a short-term funding bill to prevent a government shutdown, and a heartwarming story emerged about muscle car drivers supporting a bullied boy in Alabama.
