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WI trucker injured in I-29 crash

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August 5th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

A truck driver from Sparta, Wisconsin was injured this (Wednesday) morning, when the 2014 Kenworth he was driving went out of control on Interstate 29 southbound north of Council Bluffs, and came to rest on the highway. The Iowa State Patrol says 56-year old Bradley Zirott was transported by Council Bluffs Fire and Rescue to Mercy Hospital in Council Bluffs for treatment of minor injuries. The accident occurred at around 10:40-a.m. near the 58-miler marker.

Split peas cover I-29. (IA DOT photo)

Split peas cover I-29. (IA DOT photo)

Officials say the semi left the road on the right shoulder and re-entered the interstate before rolling onto its side and spilling its 50-thousand pound load of split peas. It’s believed Zirott suffered from a medical problem prior to the accident taking place. The roadway was closed for about two-hours, while crews worked to clean-up the spilled veggies.