Tractor-trailer catches fire after crash west of Campbell

CAMPBELL, Neb. (KSNB) - A two-tractor-trailer crash left one vehicle on fire just west of Campbell early Wednesday afternoon.

Campbell Fire and Rescue and Franklin County deputies responded to the crash on Highway 4 and 43 Road around 1 p.m. Initial callers reported a tractor-trailer was on fire following the crash.

Upon arrival, deputies learned that a Peterbilt semi was turning east on Highway 4 from 43 Road when it was struck by a Freightliner semi that was traveling westbound on Highway 4.

According to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, both semi’s came to a rest in nearby ditches, and the Freightliner caught fire.

Campbell fire officials requested assistance from Hildreth, Upland and Bladen fire departments due to the severity of the crash.

Deputies said that that both drivers were transported to a hospital.

The crash is still under investigation and the condition of the drivers is unknown.

Webster County Sheriffs Office also assisted with traffic control.

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