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US 131 reopens hours after Cattle Hauler crash closed the highway overnight

Allegan County Sheriff Cruiser 03122022
Posted at 11:27 PM, Nov 21, 2023
and last updated 2023-11-22 09:10:34-05

MARTIN TOWNSHIP, Mich. — All lanes of US 131 near M-222 in Martin Township are open after being closed overnight Tuesday because of a three-vehicle crash including an overturned semi hauling cattle.

According to the Allegan County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred at about 10:37 p.m.

When they arrived at the scene, deputies and first responders were able to assist all of the occupants get out of their cars, and get them to medical personnel.

Drivers heading south were detoured to either 129th Ave (Exit 61) or 124th Ave (Exit 59) and instructed to head east on 10th St to M-89 where US 131 is open in that direction.

Allegan County Sheriff's Deputies tell FOX 17 closure of northbound US 131 only lasted while crews secured cattle that were loose.

Both directions re-opened around 9 a.m.

Speed and alcohol are not believed to be factors in the crash.

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