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Four Dead in 30-Plus Vehicle Pileup on I-25 Near Pueblo

Authorities cite blowing dust from high winds causing near-zero visibility.

Overview

  • The crash occurred just after 10 a.m. MST in the southbound lanes near mile marker 92, with six semis among the vehicles, according to the Colorado State Patrol.
  • State troopers confirmed four fatalities and said 29 people were transported to hospitals.
  • Both directions of I-25 near the scene remain closed with no reopening time announced as investigators work the site.
  • UCHealth activated its incident command center and treated at least 12 patients, while St. Mary-Corwin reported treating at least seven.
  • Wind gusts near 60 mph were reported by forecasters, and local media described roughly 15 ambulances shuttling patients from the scene.