A winter storm caused a 45-vehicle pileup on I-70 in Indiana, closing lanes for six hours and injuring a dozen people.

A massive 45-vehicle pileup on westbound I-70 in Vigo County, Indiana, near Terre Haute, shut all lanes for six hours on November 29, 2025, amid a winter storm. The crash, around noon near mile marker 15, involved heavy snow, slippery roads, and poor visibility, resulting in multiple collisions and about a dozen minor injuries. No fatalities were reported. Emergency crews from several agencies managed the scene, with cleanup extending into the evening. Authorities warned drivers to avoid non-essential travel and drive cautiously in hazardous conditions.