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Multiple crashes close I-94

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Posted at 1:11 PM, Jan 01, 2021
and last updated 2021-01-01 15:14:17-05

PORTAGE, Mich. — Westbound I-94 was shut down at multiple locations, including at Portage Road, due to multiple crashes.

I-94 westbound was also closed near the Mattawan exit because of a crash, according to MDOT.

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The Kalamazoo Office of Emergency Management says roads are icing up and I-94 and US-131 both have lanes blocked in a number of directions because of crashes.

Officials are urging drivers to stay off the roads during the winter weather expected Friday evening, including a mix of freezing rain, sleet, ice and snow.

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I-94 WB crashes on Jan. 1, 2021

In Berrien County, a rollover crash happened on I-94 WB near the 18 MM.

No injuries were reported and both occupants were wearing seat belts.

US-131 also saw crashes.