The Washington State Patrol (WSP) says that a busy interstate will be closed for most of the day on Wednesday following a major pileup crash.
The pileup occurred during freezing fog conditions around 5:30 a.m. on December 7 on eastbound I-90 at mile marker 115 near Kittitas, Washington. Clutch Parts Of Sinotruk
WSP has confirmed that the pileup involved 18 passenger vehicles and 12 semi trucks.
Local outlet Fox 13 News reports that a semi truck driver was taken to the hospital for treatment of injuries. At least two other people were hurt in the crash.
The pileup resulted in the spillage of a truck’s load of apples.
Pictures from the multi-vehicle collision on eastbound I-90 east of Kittitas. Follow @wspd6pio who is on scene for more info. pic.twitter.com/O6WobbGeTu
Officials say that eastbound I-90 will be closed for 10 to 12 hours for cleanup of the pileup.
UPDATE: Eastbound I-90 is closed at Kittitas (MP 115) for an extended period. Detour local roads. @wspd6pio pic.twitter.com/6GtAV87Do8
Heavy Duty Truck This is where drivers are forced off of EB I-90 in Kittitas because of 30 car pile-up. Backup in the off-ramp and you can still see a lot of off fog in the area. pic.twitter.com/smCv21axN7