One dead, two injured in head-on collision on U.S. 93 Bypass
JACK UNDERHILL | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 3 months, 1 week AGO
KALISPELL GOVERNMENT, HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION REPORTER Jack Underhill covers Kalispell city government, housing and transportation for the Daily Inter Lake. His reporting focuses on how local policy decisions affect residents and the rapidly growing Flathead Valley. Underhill has reported on housing challenges, infrastructure issues and regional service providers across Montana. His work also includes accountability reporting on complex community issues and public institutions. Originally from Massachusetts, Underhill graduated from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst with a degree in Journalism before joining the Inter Lake. In his free time, Underhill enjoys mountain biking around the valley, skiing up on Big Mountain or exploring Glacier National Park. IMPACT: Jack’s work helps residents understand how growth, housing and infrastructure decisions affect the future of their community. | March 9, 2026 1:01 PM
One person is dead following a motor vehicle collision on the U.S. 93 Bypass in Kalispell early Monday afternoon, authorities say.
Kalispell Police officers responded to the two-vehicle crash at about 12:20 p.m., March 9. One person was pronounced dead at the scene, and emergency responders transported two others to Logan Health Medical Center.
The head-on collision left debris scattered across the road. The section of the bypass near the Four Mile Drive overpass was reduced to one lane in each direction, according to Patrol Capt. Chad Fetveit.
Officials warned motorists to expect a large police presence in the hours after the fatal wreck. They encouraged drivers to avoid the area.
The crash is under investigation.
Jack Underhill can be reached at 758-4407 and [email protected].
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