Seven Injured In 40-Vehicle Pileup On Wisconsin Interstate

The Wisconsin State Patrol has cleared the scene of a multi vehicle crash at mile marker 85 in Eau Claire County. 40 vehicles were involved including 7 semis and 33 automobiles. There were 7 reported injuries including one life threatening injury. All traffic is again flowing on I-94 both eastbound and westbound. Caution is recommended as the snow is creating slippery road conditions. The crashes remain under investigation. Local law enforcement have been busy throughout the Chippewa Valley as another round of snow hits the area. On Sunday, the Altoona Police Department noticed upwards of 20 cars in the ditch along Highway 53. The Eau Claire Police Department responded to 12 crashes, with no injuries reported.