At least six people were confirmed dead from the massive incident that caused a multi-car pileup in Fort Worth, Texas.
In a report by CNN, it said that there were a total of 133 vehicles in that pileup along Interstate 35.
Fire Chief Jim Davis said in a news conference that at least 65 people have sought medical treatment at local hospitals following the road incident that took place on early Thursday morning, February 11.
Matt Zavadsky, spokesman for the MedStar ambulance service, said that patients were treated and released on the scene.
All victims on scene were adults and Zavadsky added that the number is likely to continue to increase.
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More than 80 police units responded, including the special events unit, which is meant to respond to large-scale incidents.
Some passengers that were trapped would have to use specialized equipment to get them out.
According to Officer Daniel Segura, sleet, rain and slick roads likely contributed to the huge collision.
Jason McLaughlin told The Weather Channel in an on0air interview that the ice formations on the road appeared to have caused a number of drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
After the aftermath, the interstate was closed. A reunification center for those with family members who may have been involved in the pileup was set up at Fort Worth’s Riverside Community Center. (ES)
