Point Pleasant, WV (February 25, 2026) – One person was hurt Sunday evening in a multi-vehicle crash on the Silver Bridge in the Point Pleasant area. The accident happened just before 7 p.m. in Mason County.
Officials said the wreck involved five cars and one semitruck. The crash occurred along the bridge span and drew a large response from emergency units. Traffic quickly backed up as crews worked to manage the scene.
According to Mason County Emergency Management Director Jeremy Bryant, icy road conditions contributed to the collision. One person was taken to the hospital. No further details about the extent of injuries were immediately released.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
Our thoughts are with the individual injured in this terrible accident.
What Makes Bridge Travel Dangerous During Icy Weather?
Bridges often freeze faster than regular road surfaces. Cold air circulates above and below the structure, which can cause ice to form even when nearby pavement appears wet.
When vehicles encounter ice, drivers may lose traction and slide into other lanes. On narrow bridge spans, there is limited room to avoid a collision. Multi-vehicle crashes can develop quickly if one driver loses control and others cannot stop in time.
Large vehicles like semitrucks require longer stopping distances, especially on slick surfaces. Reducing speed and increasing following distance during winter weather can help lower the risk of chain-reaction accidents on bridges.
