{"id":4022,"date":"2025-12-20T17:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-20T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/?p=4022"},"modified":"2025-12-18T19:03:42","modified_gmt":"2025-12-19T01:03:42","slug":"koochiching-co-driver-hurt-after-truck-hits-trees","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/koochiching-co-driver-hurt-after-truck-hits-trees\/","title":{"rendered":"Koochiching Co.: Driver Hurt After Truck Hits Trees"},"content":{"rendered":"

Koochiching County<\/strong> (trfnews.i234.me<\/a>) \u2014 A Little Fork man was hurt in a single-vehicle crash Sunday on Highway 6.<\/p>\n

The Minnesota State Patrol reported the crash at 11:58 a.m. on Dec. 14, 2025.<\/p>\n

The location was near Township Road 183 in South Koochiching Unorganized.<\/p>\n

What happened<\/h2>\n

Troopers said a 2018 Ford F-150 was traveling north on Highway 6.<\/p>\n

They said the pickup drifted off the right side of the road.<\/p>\n

They said it went into a ditch and hit trees.<\/p>\n

Road conditions were listed as snow and ice.<\/p>\n

Only one vehicle was involved.<\/p>\n

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Koochiching Co.: Driver Hurt After Truck Hits Trees<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Driver and injuries<\/h2>\n

The driver was identified as Cory Lyle Gielarowski, 57, of Little Fork.<\/p>\n

Troopers said his injuries were not life-threatening.<\/p>\n

He was taken to Big Fork Hospital for care.<\/p>\n

The report listed no airbag deployment.<\/p>\n

The report listed no alcohol involvement.<\/p>\n

The report also listed no seat belt use.<\/p>\n

Response<\/h2>\n

Agencies assisting included the Koochiching County Sheriff\u2019s Office.<\/p>\n

Littlefork Ambulance and Big Falls Fire also responded.<\/p>\n

A towing service was called to the scene.<\/p>\n

The incident report said the information was believed to be complete.<\/p>\n

The report listed the case number as 25311290.<\/p>\n

For case information, the State Patrol listed 218-735-3720.<\/p>\n

Why winter conditions matter<\/h2>\n

Snow and ice can reduce tire grip.<\/p>\n

Drivers can lose control with small steering changes.<\/p>\n

Bridges and shaded areas can ice over first.<\/p>\n

Plowed roads can still have slick spots.<\/p>\n

MnDOT urges drivers to slow down and stay alert.<\/p>\n

Safety reminders<\/h2>\n

Drivers should slow down on snow and ice.<\/p>\n

Extra following distance can help prevent crashes.<\/p>\n

Keep headlights on for better visibility.<\/p>\n

Avoid cruise control on slippery roads.<\/p>\n

Seat belts can reduce the risk of serious injury.<\/p>\n

Travelers can check road conditions before they drive.<\/p>\n

How to get official updates<\/h2>\n

Minnesota State Patrol crash updates are posted online.<\/p>\n

People can also search older incidents by case number.<\/p>\n

Crash reports can be requested through the state.<\/p>\n

Some requests require a signed form.<\/p>\n

Helpful links<\/h2>\n

Minnesota State Patrol crash updates are posted at app.dps.mn.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Search incidents by case number at app.dps.mn.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Request a Minnesota crash report at dps.mn.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Minnesota 511 road conditions are posted at 511mn.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

MnDOT winter driving tips are posted at dot.state.mn.us<\/a>.<\/p>\n

NHTSA seat belt safety information is posted at nhtsa.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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