Overview
- The crash began around 10 a.m. near 64th Avenue between Zeeland and Hudsonville, prompting Michigan State Police to close both directions of I-196.
- Ottawa County emergency officials report at least 12 people injured with no fatalities confirmed.
- Authorities say more than 100 vehicles were involved, including over 30 semitrailers, with some reports indicating at least 40 big rigs.
- Stranded motorists were transported by bus to Hudsonville High School, and others were instructed to stay in their vehicles in subfreezing temperatures until rescued.
- Extended clearance operations are underway, with Grand Valley Towing deploying more than a dozen trucks and officials expecting the shutdown to last for hours.