PIEDMONT, SD – A semi-truck is currently being extricated from a ditch near exit 44 on Interstate 90 near Piedmont, South Dakota. The incident comes as multiple motorists report extremely icy road conditions in the area.
The Pennington County Sheriff’s Department has issued a travel advisory, warning of:
- Scattered drifting snow
- Scattered ice
- Blowing snow
- Reduced visibility
Authorities are urging drivers to check the SD511 website for updated road conditions and to exercise caution, reduce speed, and wear seatbelts.
(This is a developing story. More information will be provided as it becomes available.)