At least four people are dead following a pile-up crash involving dozens of vehicles in Colorado that occurred as high winds blew dirt, making for low to zero visibility, authorities said.
Over 30 vehicles, including six semis, were involved in the crash on I-25 in Pueblo, according to Colorado State Patrol.
Police arrive at the scene of a multi-car pileup in Pueblo, Colorado, Feb. 17, 2026.
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The incident occurred around 10 a.m. local time Tuesday on southbound I-25, about 40 miles south of Colorado Springs, authorities said.
There are four confirmed fatalities, with another 29 people transported to the hospital, Colorado State Patrol said based on preliminary information.
“There were heavy winds in the area at the time of the crash, blowing dirt, causing ‘brown out’ conditions,” Colorado State Patrol said in a statement. “There was low to no visibility for motorists.”
I-25 was closed in both directions near the scene of the crash, which remains under investigation.
Police arrive at the scene of a multi-car pileup in Pueblo, Colorado, Feb. 17, 2026.
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“Due to low visibility, drivers are urged to delay traveling until conditions improve,” Colorado State Patrol said. “If travel is necessary, avoid I-25 in this area, use caution, and reduce speed.”
High wind warnings are in effect for the region on Tuesday. The National Weather Service in Pueblo warned that “significant blowing dust” is possible on the plains, where gusts could be up to 65 mph. Mountain areas could see gusts of at least 85 mph, it said.
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