I-235 Traffic Chaos: Crashes, Delays, and Wrong-Way Crash Leads to Light Pole Down
TL;DR
A light pole fell onto I-235 in Des Moines, causing damage to multiple vehicles during the morning commute, with no reported injuries. The incident led to a major traffic slowdown and the closure of the far right lane until emergency crews cleared the scene. Slippery roads from re-freezing overnight also contributed to several other accidents in the metro area.
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- No Injuries Reported After Crash Causes Light Pole to Fall Onto I-235 iHeart
- Iowa woman charged with OWI after wrong-way crash on I-235 KCCI Des Moines
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