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One dead following semi-truck collision near Whitecourt

Dec 19, 2021 | 11:08 AM

A semi driver in northern Alberta has died after RCMP say his rig rear-ended another semi that was hauling compressed natural gas.

Police say it happened yesterday morning at about 8;30 a.m. on Highway 43 west of Whitecourt.

Police said they were still investigating the crash, but reminded motorists to drive cautiously and to the conditions of the roads.

(The Canadian Press)