(Atlantic, Iowa) – The driver of a semi tractor trailer was injured when the vehicle, which was hauling meat, left eastbound Interstate 80 and went into the south ditch, near the Elk Horn Exit (Exit 173), Monday evening. The accident happened at around 5:30-p.m.

The driver of the truck, who was trapped until rescue crews arrived, was transported by Cass EMS to Cass Health in Atlantic, before being flown to a trauma center.
Cass County Sheriff’s Deputies, the Marne, and Atlantic Fire Departments, along with Cass EMS and Emergency Management Coordinator Mike Kennon assisted the Iowa State Patrol at the scene.

The DNR was notified also, about a fuel leak coming from the semi’s tractor.

Photo via Cass County EMC Mike Kennon