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Cashton Today
By the People, for the People
Snowplow Driver Hospitalized After Truck Flips in Wisconsin
Poor visibility and heavy snowfall caused the accident in rural Cashton.
Published on Feb. 21, 2026
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A 60-year-old snowplow driver was hospitalized in Wisconsin after his truck flipped over due to poor visibility and heavy snowfall. The incident occurred around 8:45 a.m. on Friday on Kelbel Road near the Knapp Valley Road intersection in the rural town of Cashton.
Why it matters
Snowplow drivers play a critical role in keeping roads clear and safe during winter weather, but their jobs can be hazardous when visibility is severely limited. This incident highlights the dangers they face and the need for proper safety protocols and equipment to protect them.
The details
According to the Vernon County Sheriff's Office, Knowlton Sanders was actively clearing snow in an International Workstar dump truck when he lost reference to the road boundaries and went off the left side. The truck then rolled over on the driver's side before coming to a halt just off the road. Sanders was hospitalized with undisclosed injuries.
- The crash was reported around 8:45 a.m. on Friday, February 21, 2026.
The players
Knowlton Sanders
A 60-year-old snowplow driver who was involved in the accident.
Vernon County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the incident.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the hazardous conditions snowplow drivers face during severe winter weather and the importance of prioritizing their safety through proper training, equipment, and road maintenance protocols.
