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Major I-80 Pileup: Winter Weather Causes Chaos in Nebraska

3/17/2026

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On March 15, 2026, winter weather closed I-80 westbound in Nebraska between mile marker 105 and Exit 55.
The Nebraska Department of Transportation said closures in Wyoming contributed to the Nebraska closure.
On March 16, 2026, a major accident occurred on I-80 near Greenwood, involving 30-40 vehicles and injuring multiple people, including one in critical condition.
First responders closed eastbound traffic quickly to prevent further crashes.

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Story summary

On March 15, 2026, winter weather closed I-80 westbound in Nebraska between mile marker 105 and Exit 55.
The Nebraska Department of Transportation said closures in Wyoming contributed to the Nebraska closure.
On March 16, 2026, a major accident occurred on I-80 near Greenwood, involving 30-40 vehicles and injuring multiple people, including one in critical condition.
First responders closed eastbound traffic quickly to prevent further crashes.