Video: Train splits semitruck in half on US Highway 14 [Video]

SLEEPY EYE, Minn. — The Brown County Sheriff’s Office is reminding drivers to look both ways after a train split a semitruck in half on Friday.

According to the sheriff’s office, a semi tractor-trailer was westbound on US Highway 14, attempting to turn into a business in Sleepy Eye, when it was hit by a Canadian Pacific train.

The occupants of both vehicles escaped with minor injuries, according to the sheriff’s office.

The office also shared a list of safety tips for drivers following the crash:

• Slow down when approaching a railroad crossing.

• Stop and listen at the railroad crossing.

• Stay back when necessary

• Have patience.

• LOOK BOTH WAYS BEFORE CROSSING.

• Do not stop on the train tracks.

• Never drive under or around the gates or past the lights (if flashing).

• Wait until the gates are completely raised and the lights have stopped flashing before crossing.