Major Pileup on I-81 Involves Over 20 Vehicles, Fire Traps Victims

January 15, 2026 | Tully, NY

A multi-vehicle crash involving more than 20 vehicles unfolded on Interstate 81 southbound south of New York Route 20 in Tully on Jan. 15. The incident sparked a fire in one vehicle, with several people trapped inside wreckage, triggering a massive emergency operation.

20 + Vehicle Motor Vehicle Accident, 1 on fire, Multiple trapped, Request. Multiple rps & hrs to Scene,. 8 Advanced Life Support (Paramedics) units to Scene, Request nyemo.

Rescue teams and hazardous materials units rushed to the site, joined by eight advanced life support ambulances en route. The New York Emergency Management Office was alerted to assist.

Authorities reported the collision at 2:36 p.m.

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