Over 100 Cars Crash on Michigan Highway; Stranded Drivers Bused to Safety
A significant traffic incident occurred on a Michigan highway, resulting in over 100 cars colliding. Stranded motorists are currently being transported to safety as authorities respond to the chaotic scene.
Massive Pileup on I-196
The massive pileup transpired around 10:20 a.m. on January 19, 2026, on Interstate 196 near 64th Avenue in Zeeland Township. The Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that multiple vehicles, including semi-trucks, were involved in the incident.
Emergency Response Measures
- Location: I-196, Zeeland Township, Michigan
- Time of Incident: 10:20 a.m.
- Date: January 19, 2026
- Response: Stranded drivers and passengers are being transported via bus to Hudsonville High School.
The highway has been closed in both directions between Hudsonville and Zeeland roads. Buses operated by Hudsonville Public Schools and MAX Transit are assisting in the evacuation of stranded individuals.
Safety Instructions for Drivers
Authorities advise motorists who are marooned at the scene to remain inside their vehicles until they can board a bus to safety. This precaution ensures their safety amidst ongoing rescue efforts.
Injuries and Traffic Impact
There have been multiple reported injuries related to the pileup; however, no fatalities have been confirmed. Further details concerning the nature and severity of the injuries are pending.
Video footage from the scene reveals a chaotic landscape of jackknifed semi-trucks and damaged cars scattered across the highway.
Motorists are urged to avoid the area altogether as authorities expect the highway to remain closed for several hours due to cleanup and investigation efforts.
