7 people killed in car crashes during Utah sandstorm - New York Post

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At least 7 people died in a series of car crashes during a sandstorm in Utah on Sunday, authorities said.

About 20 vehicles were involved in the 4:30 p.m. crashes on I-15 in Millard County, Utah’s Department of Public Safety said in a news release.

Several people were also critically injured in the wrecks and taken to area hospitals.

The interstate was shut down in both directions following the destruction, Fox 13 reported.

The sandstorm was sparked by strong winds in the area, authorities said.

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox reacted to the crashes in a statement posted to Twitter.

A sandstorm in Utah led to 7 fatalities and various injured motorists in a series of crashes Sunday afternoon west of Kanosh, UT.Utah Highway Patrol

“We’re stunned and saddened by the horrific accidents in Millard County,” Cox wrote.

At least 20 vehicles were involved in Sunday’s crashes after high winds caused a sand or dust storm and impaired visibility on the roadway.

Utah Highway Patrol

“We fervently pray for the loved ones of those who perished and for those fighting for their lives.”

More wreckage from the crash in Utah.

Utah Highway Patrol

Multiple ground and air ambulances also responded to transport victims to local hospitals, and the interstate highway was shut down.

Utah Highway Patrol

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