Fatal Semitrailer Crashes Close Ohio Interstates, Cause Major Traffic Delays

Multiple serious crashes have occurred recently on major interstates in the Midwest. In Champaign County, Illinois, a semi-trailer overturned on northbound Interstate 57, causing a partial lane closure with no reported injuries but significant traffic delays. In Ohio, a fatal crash on Interstate 70 near mile marker 30 resulted in a full highway closure and one confirmed death, with emergency crews still on scene. Additionally, on Interstate 270 South near U.S. Route 33 in southeast Columbus, a semi-truck driver died after hitting a Chevrolet van that had slowed or stopped, causing the semi to overturn and leading to lane closures and traffic disruptions. Authorities are investigating the causes and managing traffic, with no immediate estimates for reopening the affected roadways. These incidents highlight ongoing safety and traffic challenges on critical interstate routes in the region.