Accident closes Steele County highway on Owatonna

ELLENDALE — Highway 30 is closed today until further notice following an accident involving a semi-truck and tractor.

Highway 30 has been blocked off about 3 1/2 miles east of Ellendale between County Road 3 and County Road 45 as crews work to clean up the scene.

According to the Minnesota State Patrol, a semi-tractor hauling soybeans and a tractor were both heading east on Highway 30. As the tractor attempted to make a left hand turn, the semi-tractor attempted to pass the tractor, hitting the farm machine.

The semi-trailer turned over on the Highway, blocking through traffic and spilling its load onto the roadway.

Both drivers sustained minor injuries.

The Steele County Sheriff’s Office, Blooming Prairie Police and Fire as well as Ellendale first responders were assisting with the scene.

Officials expected the Highway 30 to remain closed until about 1:30 p.m.

Wendy Reuer can be reached at 444-1565.

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