Clearwater, MN (March 3, 2026) – A woman was injured after two semi-trucks collided on Interstate 94 in Clearwater.
The crash occurred just before 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 2, along eastbound Interstate 94. Emergency units were dispatched to the scene following reports of the collision.
Authorities said the two trucks were traveling east when they collided. The driver of the first truck, 29-year-old Lavena Hill of Cold Spring, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to St. Cloud Hospital for treatment.
The driver of the second truck, 28-year-old Sharniethy Romero of Sauk Rapids, was not injured in the crash.
Officials continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision, and more details will be released as they become available.
Our thoughts are with the injured driver as she recovers.
Why Semi-Truck Collisions Can Be Especially Dangerous
Crashes involving large commercial trucks often result in serious consequences due to the size and weight of the vehicles. Even minor impacts can cause significant damage to other vehicles and increase the risk of injury for drivers and passengers.
Truck drivers have longer stopping distances than smaller vehicles. This means sudden maneuvers or changes in traffic can be difficult to react to in time. Highway conditions, vehicle speed, and weather can also affect how safely trucks operate on the road.
When two trucks collide, the combination of momentum and mass can amplify the force of impact, increasing the likelihood of injury. Emergency responders must often take extra precautions to secure the scene and safely extricate any injured drivers.
