Five people, including children, were killed and several others were hospitalized following a multi-vehicle crash in Austin, Texas on Interstate 35. The incident involved a semi-truck and 17 individuals and cars. Emergency responders found multiple patients pinned in their vehicles and transported 11 victims to local hospitals, some with critical injuries. The deceased included an infant, another child, and three adults.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, which they described as “incredibly chaotic” and spread out over a tenth of a mile. Emergency teams worked together to manage the situation, with the diesel fuel from the semi-truck contained by the fire department. Limited details are currently available, and the Austin Police Department is urging the public to seek alternate routes due to road closures.
The Austin community is mourning the loss of the victims and sending thoughts and prayers to the families affected by this tragic event. The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and more information will be released as it becomes available.
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