Huntsville Safety Watch

Serious crashes and Highway 72 closure disrupt area travel

Serious crashes and Highway 72 closure disrupt area travel

A South Huntsville crash killed Matthew Kimbrill after a high-speed loss of control, while recent reports also identify victims in other fatal weekend crashes; an Oakwood Avenue pedestrian remains unidentified. Downed power lines continue to close both directions of Highway 72 near Nance Road in Madison, with reopening information unavailable.

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Updated Sep 22, 2026