Semi Blown Over by strong winds

COLTON- Strong winds blew over a semi on Tuesday, Jan. 9, just north of Colton on state route 195 milepost 15, near Staley Road, reported Washington State Patrol Trooper Caleb Hudson.

Hudson said the driver was headed southbound when the incident occurred and was trapped inside the vehicle.

According to reports, Whitman County Fire District 12 volunteers from Pullman responded to the scene.

According to records, the Whitman County Sheriff's Office assisted the Washington State Patrol with the incident at 3:36 p.m.

Reports say the driver was transported to the hospital and sustained minor injuries.

According to reports, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) dealt with removing the semi yesterday morning, Wednesday, Jan. 10.