Authorities blame icy roads for massive crash in Texas involving at least 80 cars

First responders work the scene of a fatal crash on I-35 near downtown Fort Worth on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021. Police say at some people were killed and dozens injured in a massive crash involving 75 to 100 vehicles on an icy Texas interstate. (Amanda McCoy /Star-Telegram via AP)

First responders worked the scene of a fatal crash on I-35 near downtown Fort Worth on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021. (Amanda McCoy /Star-Telegram via AP)

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UPDATED 2:20 PM PT – Thursday, February 11, 2021

Rescue teams in Texas worked through the wreckage of a massive crash on a highway in Fort Worth on Thursday. Authorities said icy roads were the main reason behind the crash, which killed at least five people and involved at least 80 cars.

The pileup was reportedly spurred by one single crash. When a driver got out to check the damage to his car, he was hit by several other vehicles, killing him.

The Fort Worth Police Department emphasized several people were still trapped in their vehicles hours after the initial accident and urged people to avoid the highway.

“Please keep in mind that the weather is still very aggressive. So keep your distance, slow down and always wear your seatbelt,” Officer Daniel Segura of the Forth Worth Police Department stated. “Thank you for everyone’s support, the whole community. Please keep the families in your prayers as we continue with this ongoing and very active accident scene on north Fort Worth.”

Authorities added the harsh weather has been causing dangerous road conditions and they encouraged safe driving practices.

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