Multi-Vehicle Collision on Central Japan Highway Results in Two Fatalities and Injuries

A multi-vehicle collision occurred on a highway in central Japan, resulting in two fatalities and 26 injuries. The incident involved at least 50 vehicles, according to police reports. Local authorities stated that the event began with a collision between two trucks. This initial impact initiated a chain reaction, which subsequently led to at least 10 vehicles catching fire. Among the deceased was a 77-year-old woman from Tokyo. A second fatality was identified as an individual found in the driver's seat of a burnt-out truck. Regarding injuries, five individuals sustained serious injuries, while 21 others received minor injuries. At the time of the collision, a heavy snow warning was active in the area. Police investigations suggest that icy road conditions likely contributed to the trucks skidding, leading to the incident.