Total whiteout on Highway 11 in Ontario results in 60-vehicle pileup, Canada
A major traffic accident shut down Highway 11 through Orillia, Ontario, Canada on February 7, 2025, as whiteout conditions reduced visibility to near zero, resulting in one fatality.
Up to 60 vehicles were involved in the crash on Highway 11 in Ontario on February 7, leading to one fatality and several people with non-life-threatening injuries.
Footage captured from the scene shows the aftermath of the collision, with emergency responders working during heavy snowfall. A witness involved in the pileup described the sudden loss of visibility and the inability of drivers to react in time.
Authorities have urged drivers to avoid unnecessary travel and remain cautious as road crews continue their response efforts.
Featured image: Scene of the Highway 11 pileup during whiteout conditions on February 7, 2025. Credit: The Weather Network
Rishika holds a Master’s in International Studies from Stella Maris College, Chennai, India, where she earned a gold medal, and an MCA from the University of Mysore, Karnataka, India. Previously, she served as a Research Assistant at the National Institute of Advanced Studies, Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru, India. During her tenure, she contributed as a Junior Writer for Europe Monitor on the Global Politics website and as an Assistant Editor for The World This Week. Her work has also been published in The Hindu newspaper, showing her expertise in global affairs. Rishika is also a recipient of the Women Empowerment Award at the district level in Haryana, India, in 2022.
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