5 Dead After Multi-Vehicle Crash on Colorado's I-25 Near Pueblo

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A multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 25 near Pueblo, Colorado has left five people dead and 29 others injured. The crash occurred on Tuesday morning when heavy winds caused 'brownout' conditions with poor visibility, leading to the pileup involving 29 passenger vehicles and 7 semi-trucks. Four of the victims were from southern Colorado towns, while the fifth victim's identity has not been released.

Why it matters

Major highway crashes like this one can have significant impacts on local communities, disrupt regional transportation, and raise questions about infrastructure and safety protocols during extreme weather events. The high number of vehicles and casualties involved also highlights the dangers of driving in low-visibility conditions.

The details

According to Colorado State Patrol investigators, the crash happened just after 10 a.m. on Tuesday when heavy winds in the area created 'brownout' conditions with little to no visibility for motorists. The vehicles involved included 29 passenger vehicles and 7 semi-trucks, one of which was pulling a trailer full of goats, 4 of which were killed in the incident.

• The crash occurred just after 10 a.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2026.
• All lanes of northbound I-25 reopened around 11:39 p.m. on Tuesday, over 13 hours after the initial crash.

What’s next

Investigators will continue to examine the scene and gather evidence to determine the exact cause of the crash. The identities of the five victims will also be released once next-of-kin have been notified.