Otter Tail County (trfnews.i234.me) – Winter driving conditions led to multiple crashes on Sunday afternoon on Interstate 94 west of Fergus Falls. The Minnesota State Patrol reported several crashes that forced a detour for westbound traffic in the area. Troopers were responding to crashes and spinouts along I-94 as of about 3:00 p.m. on Sunday.… Continue reading Otter Tail County: I-94 Crashes, 300+ Incidents
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Dramatic Crash in Pine County – F150 and Camper Roll Over, Trailer Strikes Passing Semi!
Pine County (trfnews.i234.me)—A serious crash occurred on April 2, 2025, at 11:41 AM on Interstate 35, near milepost 175 in Pokegama Township, Pine County. Jesus A Vargas, 64, of Moose Lake, MN, was driving a 2021 Ford F150 pulling a camper trailer when he noticed the trailer swaying after crossing a bridge. Despite his efforts… Continue reading Dramatic Crash in Pine County – F150 and Camper Roll Over, Trailer Strikes Passing Semi!
Woman Injured After Crashing Into Guardrail on Highway 248 Near Altura
Winona County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A single-vehicle accident occurred on February 26, 2025, at 7:14 AM on Highway 248 in Winona County, where a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek lost control on snowy and icy roads, colliding with a guardrail. The driver, 35-year-old Erin Marie Kulbertis of Rochester, MN, was transported to Winona Health with non-life-threatening injuries.… Continue reading Woman Injured After Crashing Into Guardrail on Highway 248 Near Altura
Severe Weather Advisory: Travel Restrictions and Safety Updates in Polk County
Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Authorities in Polk County are warning travelers of hazardous conditions caused by severe weather. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office reports zero visibility in some areas, with snow drifting across roads due to blowing winds. A press release issued Friday advises, “If you do not need to travel, please stay home. If you… Continue reading Severe Weather Advisory: Travel Restrictions and Safety Updates in Polk County
Fatal Two-Vehicle Collision on Highway 169 in Garrison Township
Three individuals lost their lives, and one was injured in a two-vehicle collision on Highway 169 in Garrison Township on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred around 12:40 p.m. near Channel Drive when a southbound Ford F150 entered the northbound lanes and collided with a Dodge Durango. The road conditions were reported to be snow- and… Continue reading Fatal Two-Vehicle Collision on Highway 169 in Garrison Township
Fatal Crash in Otter Tail County: Woman Dies in Collision with Boom Truck
A woman from Fergus Falls, McKayla Ann Schicker (27), died in a crash involving a boom truck over the weekend in Otter Tail County. The Minnesota State Patrol reports that Schicker was driving a northbound 2004 GMC Envoy when it collided with a southbound 2002 GMC C-Series Boom Truck. The incident occurred at approximately 1:30… Continue reading Fatal Crash in Otter Tail County: Woman Dies in Collision with Boom Truck