On Sunday afternoon December 6, there was nearly a fatal crash in Bismark.
According to authorities, the accident happened at approximately 12.07 p.m. when an unnamed driver in his 50s was driving a 2009 Chevrolet passenger vehicle west on Memorial Highway, Bismark, also known as “the strip”.
Authorities stated that the driver crashed in to a street light with such force, the impact ruptured a natural gas line. Firefighters had to extract the driver from his vehicle and were also concerned that the level of gas pockets may be dangerous to the public and nearby businesses. Fortunately there was no explosion or danger to the public as the wind had dispersed the gas to a safe level. Dakota Utilities were called to shut off the gas line and regulate the pressure.
The under pass exit Memorial Highway at east Main Street was closed to traffic in both directions for over two hours. The driver was taken to Bismarck Hospital suffering from unspecified injuries. The cause of the accident is still under investigation.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, please call the Dickinson accident attorneys of Maring Williams Law Office, P.C. at (800) 492-5297 or contact us online today.
