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Texas 130 Near Austin Reopens After Multi-Car Pileup in Dense Fog

Officials in Texas say more than 50 people were evaluated for medical care after a massive multi-car pileup in foggy weather early Tuesday.

The Austin Police Department says about 20 to 30 vehicles were involved in crashes on State Highway 130 near Harold Green Road shortly before 1:30 a.m. Tuesday.

Emergency officials said paramedics evaluated 56 people at the scene, and nine people were taken to hospitals.

Officials said their injuries aren't life-threatening.

All lanes of the highway reopened by 9 a.m. Tuesday after crews cleaned up the debris.

Copyright AP - Associated Press
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