ELK TWP, MN (May 16, 2026) – Two people were hurt following a two-vehicle crash on Friday afternoon at the intersection of Hwy 59 and 220th St in Nobles County.
The accident happened at about 5:13 p.m. on May 15. Reports show a 2018 Chevy Malibu was stopped on 220th St when it collided with a northbound 2004 Ford F-250 traveling on Hwy 59.
The driver of the Ford, 29-year-old Kate Elizabeth Broersma, suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The driver of the Chevy, 17-year-old Miley Elise Briscoe, was also hurt and reported non-life-threatening injuries; both were taken to Worthington Hospital for treatment.
Officials said road conditions were dry at the time of the collision. Airbags deployed in the Chevy Malibu, while no airbag deployment was reported in the Ford truck. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
We are thinking of those injured as they receive medical care.
Why Intersection Crashes Often Lead to Injuries on Rural Highways
Crashes at rural highway intersections can happen quickly because vehicles often travel at higher speeds than they do in town. Drivers entering or crossing a highway may have limited time to react to approaching traffic, especially at intersections controlled by stop signs or side roads.
Pickup trucks and passenger cars can also respond differently during a collision due to their size and weight differences. Even when seat belts are used and airbags deploy properly, drivers and passengers may still suffer injuries ranging from minor pain to more serious trauma.
Dry road conditions do not always prevent accidents. Visibility, reaction time, and traffic flow can still affect how safely drivers move through an intersection. In many rural crashes, investigators later review vehicle positions, roadway layout, and driver movements to better determine how the collision occurred.
