4 Dead, 8 Injured in 12-Vehicle Crash on Arizona's I-10

Authorities cite blowing dust as a potential factor in the collision involving cars, tractor-trailers, and an RV near Tonopah.

The crash occurred on Interstate 10 near Tonopah, Arizona, around 1 p.m. local time on Saturday, March 1, 2025.
Four people died, two remain in critical condition, and eight others sustained injuries, with five already treated and released.
The collision involved 12 vehicles, including passenger cars, multiple tractor-trailers, a van, and an RV towing a trailer, with several vehicles catching fire.
Authorities are investigating whether reduced visibility from blowing dust contributed to the initial collision and subsequent secondary crashes.
More than 20 emergency response units from multiple fire departments attended the scene, with one patient airlifted to a hospital for treatment.