Illinois State Police responded to multiple crashes during Friday's severe weather
Share this @internewscast.com

Central Illinois experienced severe weather on Friday, which included thunderstorms, strong winds, and even a dust storm. Illinois State Police reported that during this weather event, they dealt with numerous crashes throughout the area.

The following crashes were reported to the Illinois State Police between 3-7 p.m. on May 16.

Illinois State Police Troop 5 responded to the following incidents:

  • Motorist Assists: 3
  • Non-Injury Crashes: 7
  • Injury Crashes: 6

Troop 5 covers DeWitt, Ford, Iroquois, Kankakee, Livingston and McLean counties.

Troop 6, which covers Christian, Logan, Mason, Menard, Morgan, and Sangamon counties, among others, assisted with two motorist incidents on Friday.

The counties of Coles, Champaign, Douglas, Macon, Vermilion, Moultrie, Piatt, Shelby, and Edgar are under the jurisdiction of Illinois State Police Troop 7. During the severe conditions on Friday, Troop 7 responded to various incidents.

  • Motorist Assists: 4
  • Non-Injury Crashes: 4
  • Injury Crashes: 3

Troop 9 serves Effingham, Cumberland, Fayette, Clark and more. On Friday, State Police responded to two motorist assists and two injury crashes.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

Ex-South Carolina Elections Chief Arrested in Richland County: Details Unfold

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – The former executive director of the South…

Rep. Buddy Carter Tours Manus Bio in Augusta: Key Insights into Biotech Innovations and Economic Impact

AUGUSTA, Ga. () – U.S. Representative Buddy Carter (R) paid a visit…

Colombian Grandmothers Finally Celebrate Their Dream Quinceañeras

BOGOTÁ – At 72 years young, Rosalba Casas finally had the opportunity…

Transforming Lives: TLC Center’s Ambitious Expansion Plans for a New Teen Hub in Carter Co.

ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) – The TLC Center in Elizabethton is setting its…

2,100 Individuals Celebrate Naturalization Ceremony at Dodger Stadium

EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) — Fernando Valenzuela, a name synonymous with…

Prosecutors Pursue Death Penalty in Kansas Mothers’ Murder Case

WICHITA, Kan. — In a significant legal development, an Oklahoma prosecutor has…

Stay Warm This Winter: How the Salvation Army is Ready to Shelter You from the Cold

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – As temperatures begin to dip in the…

Ohio Chemists Alert Public to Increasing Carfentanil Cases Amid Intensifying Drug Mixtures

In Columbus, Ohio, a growing alarm is being sounded across the United…

Enjoy a Pleasant Weekend: Warm, Dry, and Breezy Weather Ahead

In Tampa, Florida, residents can expect a delightful afternoon with temperatures climbing…

Tennessee Governor Lee Alerts Residents to Anticipate Delays in SNAP Benefits Distribution

In a recent announcement from Nashville, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has advised…

Friday Night Football Fever Ignites Excitement on October 24, 2025

CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — The curtain closed on the high school football…

Introducing Luna: The Brown Bear Making Arcola Her New Home

ARCOLA, Ill. (WCIA) — Weighing in at a hefty 300 pounds, Luna,…