In an update to our report at 7-a.m., two people were transported to the Cass County Memorial Hospital this morning, following an accident near Anita. Authorities say the accident involving a 2016 Chevy Silverado pickup pulling a trailer loaded with construction equipment, was reported at around 6:47 a.m.  The pickup exited I-80 and was traveling south on Highway 148 into Anita, when the driver failed to stop while negotiating a turn.

The vehicle and trailer crossed the highway and struck a small pole before coming to rest in a creek. Upon impact, the trailer became unhooked, and the pickup landed on-top of it. Anita Fire and Rescue and Medivac Ambulance responded to the scene. The names of those injured are currently not available.