Medivac, Harlan Fire and Rescue, Harlan Police, the Shelby County Sheriff’s Department and Iowa State Patrol were on the scene of a multiple-vehicle accident this (Monday) afternoon. The crash involving two semi’s and two cars happened on the north side of the bridge near the intersection of Highway 59 and River Avenue (or about 2-miles south of the Harlan Airport). The crash occurred in a construction zone at around 2:44-p.m.

LifeNet and Medivac await the transport of crash victim(s).

Accident scene (all photos submitted to KJAN)

One of the victims was in need extrication. LifeNet helicopter was called and landed in a nearby field.  One person was flown from the scene to the Nebraska Medical Center.

Traffic was being rerouted at County Road F-58 and Highway 59. Additional details are currently not available.