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A significant tornado tore through northern Monroe County, Indiana, downing trees and power lines, injuring residents, and prompting the closure of I-69 near mile marker 130 as crews assess damage overnight; a second round of storms prompted another tornado warning.
A crash on Interstate 69 northbound in Fort Wayne has caused heavy delays and traffic backup, with officers from the Allen County Sheriff's Department at the scene. The extent of the crash, injuries, and expected traffic recovery time are currently unknown.
A serious crash involving a motorcycle and a pick-up truck on Interstate 69 near 96th Street in Fishers, Indiana has caused three right lanes on I-69 southbound to be blocked between 106th and 96th Street. Two people have been transported to an area hospital. Commuters are advised to seek an alternative route. Investigation is ongoing.
All lanes of I-69 were reopened on Saturday afternoon after a semi truck carrying hazardous material overturned on westbound I-69 between M-24 and Lake Nepessing Road. The Lapeer County Sheriff’s Office requested additional support upon realizing the truck was hauling dangerous goods, but officials believe the hazardous material to be low in quantity and there is no danger to the public. The flammable solvent was stored in 15 55-gallon drums on the truck, which were not compromised during the crash.
An overturned semi has caused the closure of both directions of I-69, leading to a traffic jam and transportation issues.