March 15, 2025

Dust storm triggers massive 50-vehicle pileup on I-27 in Texas

Steve Smith

Dust storm triggers massive 50-vehicle pileup on I-27 in Texas

A severe dust storm on Friday led to a major pileup on I-27 near Amarillo, Texas.

What happened: The crash took place on March 14, affecting northbound lanes between Canyon and Happy.

Around 50 vehicles were reportedly involved amidst the zero-visibility conditions.
No serious injuries have been reported, offering some relief despite the potential scale of the disaster.

On the scene: Videos show a chaotic scene with vehicles tightly packed and extreme weather conditions dominating.

Related issues: High winds weren't just a problem for I-27; they caused havoc on I-40, flipping over several trucks.

Thankfully, despite the chaos and destruction, no injuries have been reported from the pileup.

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