UPDATE: State Police responding to multiple crashes on the Thruway in Chautauqua County

UPDATE: January 20, 2026, 10:33 p.m.:

Two individuals were transported to the hospital with what are believed to be non-life-threatening injuries. Vehicle recovery continues; the traffic diversion at Exit 59 has been lifted, while the traffic diversions for Exits 57 and 58 remain in place.

Original Release: January 20, 2026, 2:18 p.m.:

New York State Police are responding to multiple vehicle crashes on the Thruway in the city of Dunkirk, Chautauqua County. All lanes are blocked westbound between Exit 59 and Exit 60, with additional lane closures in the area due to several nearby accidents involving multiple jackknifed tractor trailers and passenger vehicles. State Police, fire and EMS are on scene. Traffic diversions are established at Exits 57, 58 and 59. Please avoid the area. Updates will be provided as details become available.