Dickinson  (CSi) On Thurs morning,  NDHP officers responded to several vehicle crashes which occurred on Interstate #94 between the Dickinson and Hebron area.

These crashes were a result of changing weather conditions (sleet/rain/snow) in the area which led to icy road conditions.  In total, 6 vehicle crashes were investigated (5 Property and 1 Injury).  In addition, multiple vehicles, which did not sustain damage or injury to the occupants, slid into the median/ditch in this area.  In addition to these crashes, a two vehicle head on fatality crash occurred on Highway #22 about 12 miles north of Dickinson Thursday morning.  This crash was also due to icy road conditions from changing weather conditions (sleet/rain/snow).

Due to changing winter weather which can directly affect road conditions, all motorists are asked to be aware of inclement winter weather, drive cautiously and slow down where necessary, and plan their trip in advance to arrive safely due to inclement weather and road conditions. While traveling, utilize vehicle seat belts and limit distractions to be aware of the possible changing conditions.  Winter weather kits containing extra blankets and clothing, food items, water, and a source of heat need to be stored in the vehicle.  Road condition information can be obtained by calling 511 or visiting the NDDOT travel information map at www.dot.nd.gov.

 

DICKINSON, N.D. (AP) — A Georgia man is dead after a crash on an icy highway in western North Dakota.

The Highway Patrol says the 81-year-old man from East Point, Georgia, was a passenger in a pickup truck that spun out of control on state Highway 22 north of Dickinson and collided with another pickup.

The crash happened about 9:30 a.m. Thursday. The Georgia man was pronounced dead at a Dickinson hospital.

The drivers of both vehicles were taken to hospitals with unspecified injuries.

None of the people involved were immediately identified.