1 dead, several hurt following ice storm crashes in eastern Ontario

What happened?

At least one person is dead and several others are hurt following collisions during the weekend ice storm in eastern Ontario.

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) said the first notable incident took place on Highway 416 near Spencerville — south of Ottawa — early in the morning on March 29.

UPDATE: #Hwy416 northbound has been reopened. @OPP_COMM_ER ^bd

— OPP East Region (@OPP_ER) March 29, 2025

A few hours later, OPP responded to a fatal three-vehicle crash on Highway 138 in the Township of North Stormont, southeast of Ottawa.

The incident, which took place around 9:30 a.m. ET, involved a car and two tractor-trailers.

A 33-year-old woman from North Glengarry Township was pronounced dead at the scene. One of the tractor-trailer drivers was taken to hospital with minor injuries.

Investigation updates

Both multi-vehicle collisions remain under investigation.

Anyone with information on either incident, including cellphone or dashcam footage, is asked to contact the OPP.

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Legal resources

Severe weather incidents like this highlight the importance of understanding your rights in the event you’re injured during a motor vehicle collision in Ontario — either as a driver, passenger, or pedestrian.

For those seeking more information and legal guidance, the dedicated Ottawa personal injury lawyers at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP are here to support you.

We understand the overwhelming challenges you face after an accident and are committed to fighting for your rights.

Our compassionate and experienced personal injury lawyers offer free consultations to guide you through the legal process and ensure you receive the full compensation you deserve. Your recovery is our priority.