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6 days ago
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Highway 14 crash with big rig claims life of man in Huron
A Miller, South Dakota man died in a two-vehicle 7:45 a.m. crash Monday, July 21, in Huron. Preliminary crash information indicates Caleb William Schuette, the driver of a 2001 Buick LeSabre, was traveling northbound on West Park Avenue and failed to yield at the stop sign, entering the intersection at U.S. Highway 14, according to the South Dakota Highway Patrol. A 2007 Kenworth Construction T800 semitruck, driven by Jeremy Elmer Getscher, was traveling eastbound on Highway 14 and collided with the Buick, the release stated. The incident took place at U.S. Highway 14, mile marker 344, near West Park Avenue, in Huron. The Buick came to rest in the northwest ditch and the semi came to rest in the eastbound lanes of US 14, the release stated. The incident closed the highway for approximately five 31, of Miller died on the scene, the release stated. Getscher, 34, of Wolsey, was not injured. Both men were wearing seat South Dakota Highway Patrol is investigating the crash. All information released so far is only Highway Patrol is an agency of the South Dakota Department of Public Safety. This article originally appeared on Watertown Public Opinion: Driver killed in Highway 14 crash with semitruck in Huron, SD Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
28-06-2025
- Automotive
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Updated 'Move Over Law' goes into effect on South Dakota roads on July 1
Jun. 27—PIERRE — A newly updated 'Move Over' law goes into effect across South Dakota on July 1, 2025, expanding protections for authorized vehicles occupying the shoulder of the highway with amber, yellow, or blue warning lights. The expanded law now requires drivers to take action when approaching any vehicle displaying flashing amber, yellow, or blue lights — not just law enforcement or emergency responders. This includes tow trucks, highway maintenance vehicles, utility crews, and Department of Transportation equipment using proper hazard lighting while on the shoulder. "These are real people — moms, dads, sons, and daughters — working hard or handling emergencies at the roadside," said South Dakota Highway Patrol Superintendent Colonel Casey Collins in a news release. The law requires drivers to do the following: * On multi-lane highways, move into the lane farthest away from the stopped vehicle, when it's safe to do so, and pass with caution. * On two-lane roads, slow down at least 300 feet in advance, and reduce speed: to 20 mph below the posted limit, or to 5 mph if the speed limit is 20 mph or less. Violations are a Class 2 misdemeanor, carrying a minimum fine of $270. If a crash occurs because of a violation, the offense becomes a Class 1 misdemeanor, which comes with steeper penalties. "The bottom line is this: If you see flashing lights, slow down, move over, and give extra space," Collins said. "Whether it's a trooper conducting a stop, a worker fixing a guardrail, or a DOT vehicle on the shoulder, they all deserve to go home safely."
Yahoo
22-06-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Extreme Heat Breaking Records And Asphalt In South Dakota
The South Dakota Highway Patrol has asked drivers to avoid Interstate 29 south of Brookings, South Dakota, where triple digit temperatures have caused the asphalt to buckle up and crack. A heat wave is rippling through the country, with record breaking temperatures in Minnesota, Wyoming, Utah, and South Dakota.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Yahoo
More drivers going 100 mph, troopers say
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — In a Facebook post this week, South Dakota Highway Patrol said more drivers have been pulled over going over 100 mph… including one who was clocked at 105. Those speeds not only pose a risk to the person behind the wheel. 'Especially the driver, because he's, you know, he or she's driving at that speed. The passengers that are in that vehicle, as well as motorists that may be around, or even pedestrians that may be around in those areas that those high speeds are being noticed at,' said Parker Bailey, a state trooper with SD Highway Patrol. Hassan, Noem lock horns over habeas corpus And a ticket may not be the only outcome. As speeds increase, so do the consequences. 'Depending on the speed and the nature of it, we could be discussing reckless driving where you may get arrested, you may have your vehicle towed. Severe consequences may even be felony charges, depending on what's going on with it,' said Bailey. If you happen to see someone going at a high rate of speed, Bailey says you shouldn't try to stop them. 'If you see those dangerous drivers around you, please don't intervene. Sometimes we have people that try and intervene and that just creates a risk to themselves. Also, just call 911, report the information that you have and then we can be on the lookout for those drivers,' said Bailey. And as Memorial Day approaches, troopers have a message for anyone on the roads: 'Just making sure that you are driving safe and giving yourself extra time, making sure that you are you or you have someone that's sober driving for you. Just the standard motor vehicle safety that we continue to reiterate. Make sure you start your holidays off safely,' said Bailey. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Yahoo
Woman dies, another seriously injured in crash near Armour involving semi
May 15—ARMOUR, S.D. — A 65-year-old woman from Winner died in a two-vehicle crash on Wednesday afternoon. Authorities say a 2004 Chrysler Town and Country, towing a small utility trailer, collided with the back of a 2008 Peterbilt 389 hauling a dump trailer at about 2:20 p.m. Wednesday, 10 miles northeast of Armour. The crash occurred on South Dakota Highway 44 and 398th Avenue. The driver of the 2004 Chrysler Town and Country was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash. A passenger, a 29-year-old female from Sioux Falls, sustained serious, non-life threatening injuries. Seat belt use is under investigation at this time. The driver of the semi, a 38-year-old male from Tyndall, was uninjured and was wearing his seat belt. The names of those involved have not been released pending notification of family members. Authorities say the semi slowed down to make a right turn, which is when the Chrysler colleged with the right rear side of the dump trailer. The South Dakota Highway Patrol is investigating.
