Omaha, NE (January 17, 2026) – A personal injury crash was reported on January 15 along Interstate 80 westbound near the South 72nd Street exit in Omaha, prompting a multi-unit emergency response.
The incident occurred around 4:08 p.m., with Engine 30, Medic 31, and later Engine 33 dispatched to the scene. The crash was treated as a personal injury accident, indicating at least one individual required medical attention, although the number of people injured and the severity of those injuries had not yet been confirmed.
I-80 is one of the region’s most heavily traveled highways, and the crash likely caused significant traffic delays while emergency crews worked to assist the injured and clear the area.
Officials are actively investigating the cause of the crash, considering possible factors such as vehicle spacing, speed, or merging traffic near the exit ramp.
We extend our best wishes to those involved and hope for a swift and full recovery to anyone injured.
