Report released by the Beresford Fire and Ambulance Department

This morning at approximately 9:48 a.m., Beresford Fire and Beresford Ambulance were called to a semi rollover north of town on I-29. While working the accident scene, a south bound semi failed to adhere to the move over law. A last second effort to avoid collision caused the tractor and trailer to roll on its side crushing the responding BF-1 vehicle and striking the rear of the ambulance. Visibility was down to less than 1/4 of a mile when the incident occurred. The drivers of the first 2 vehicles were able to self extricate and the driver of the second semi needed assistance. All those involved were able to escape with only minor injuries. Beresford had personnel within 15 ft of the ambulance at the moment of impact. This serves as a stark reminder that those who aren’t following the law to yield to emergency vehicles and don’t move over, can change the lives of so many people who are trying to help. No responders were injured during the event. PLEASE SLOW DOWN AND MOVE OVER!!!!! This accident is under investigation.