UPDATE: Semi truck driver dies in I-74 accident in Piatt County
Update at 10:14 a.m. in Piatt County, Illinois: Sadly, a semi-truck driver lost their life in a crash on I-74 this Tuesday morning, according to Illinois State Police. The crash involved only the semi-truck, which veered off the highway, hit a tree, and ignited. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene. Currently, westbound traffic on I-74 near Milepost 167, one mile west of Mansfield exit, is limited to one lane. Officials urge caution and suggest finding an alternate route until the road fully reopens. Further details on the incident, such as the extent of the crash and any injuries, have not been disclosed at this time.
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