I-80 Partially Closed Following Fatal Accident in Wyoming Tunnel

A massive pileup in an Interstate 80 tunnel in Wyoming resulted in at least two fatalities and the closure of the major east-west highway. The crash, which occurred at 11:37 a.m. local time, caused a fire and explosions from overheated vehicle tires. Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon expressed condolences and deployed state resources to assist with recovery efforts. The 1,100-foot tunnel was evacuated, and part of I-80 is closed until further notice. Authorities are working to assess the tunnel and provide support to those affected by the crash. Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County treated victims of the incident and urged the public to only visit the hospital if they were immediate family members or had an emergency. The hospital later returned to normal operations, thanking the community for their support during the challenging time. The Wyoming Department of Transportation and local emergency responders continue to assist at the scene, with updates being provided as more information becomes available.