Multiple Wisconsin Emergency Services Respond to Semi-Truck and Farm Equipment Collision on U.S. Highway 151
Dodgeville Township, Wis., November 13, 2024 — Emergency responders from multiple agencies arrived at the scene of an accident involving a semi-truck and a farm implement on U.S. Highway 151 Tuesday night. The crash, reported at approximately 8 p.m., occurred just south of the U.S. Highway 18 interchange near exit 47, according to the Iowa County Sheriff’s Office.
Details of the Incident
Although the collision led to significant road disruption, no major injuries were reported, a fortunate outcome given the scale of the vehicles involved. Cleanup efforts took several hours, with crews working through the night to restore safe passage along the highway. The road was fully reopened around 2:30 a.m. on Wednesday.
Response Efforts and Impact
The accident required a coordinated response from multiple emergency service teams, who ensured both the safety of the involved parties and the timely clearance of debris. The Iowa County Sheriff’s Office did not release further details about the cause of the accident or the condition of the vehicles involved.
This incident highlights the critical role of emergency services in managing road safety and quickly addressing traffic disruptions along major routes.