7 killed in Idaho after tour van and truck collide near Yellowstone
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Seven people were killed after a van and a truck collided on U.S. Highway 20 in Idaho on Thursday. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. The crash happened near Henry’s Lake, about 20 miles west of Yellowstone National Park. Troopers with Idaho State Police responded around 7:15 p.m. to find that a Dodge Ram pickup and a Mercedes passenger van had collided.
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Main Idea: Seven people died and several others were hurt when a tour van and a pickup truck crashed near Yellowstone in Idaho, and Idaho State Police are investigating the cause.
Key Points:
- The crash happened on U.S. Highway 20 near Henry’s Lake, about 20 miles west of Yellowstone National Park.
- Idaho State Police said the collision involved a Mercedes passenger van used for tours and a Dodge Ram pickup truck.
- The van caught fire after the crash, and at least 16 people were treated at the scene, with some taken by air ambulance.
- The tour van was carrying 12 Chinese nationals, one Italian national, and the driver for an excursion organized by Ctour Holliday LLC.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
The crash killed seven people and injured others, showing the risk of deadly road accidents for travelers, drivers, and local responders. Idaho State Police also had to close US Highway 20 for hours, which can disrupt traffic and nearby businesses.
Positive Impact
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- Major:Ctour Holliday LLCcompany
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Named tour operator that organized the excursion and is a key accountable business actor in the crash.
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Named pickup truck driver who died in the collision and is directly identified in the story.
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