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9:40 AM: Dothan Utilities vehicle wrecks with semi

9:40 AM: Dothan Utilities vehicle wrecks with semi

Dothan Fire and Pilcher’s responded to a report of a wreck between a Dothan Utilities truck and a semi at Omussee Road and Webb Road.

Early reports indicate one person is trapped in a vehicle with a head injury. Two critical patients are reported.

Heavy damage was present.

The person in the Dothan Utilities truck was being extracted from the vehicle as RSN arrived on-scene. The victim was moving.

On-scene witnesses said the semi did not stop at a stop sign, and the DU truck tried to turn away and miss the truck but was unsuccessful.

3 PM: Some reports indicated one person from the Dothan Utilities vehicle is still in the hospital.

Dale County Sheriff’s PCA Rodeo: tonight and tomorrow

Dale County Sheriff’s PCA Rodeo: tonight and tomorrow

Join an action-packed and family-friendly experience with the Dale County Sheriff’s PCA Rodeo!

See thrilling bull riding, barrel racing, team roping, and more as top-notch cowboys and cowgirls compete in the PCA standings.

There will also be great food and activities for all ages, and proceeds benefit the Dale County Sheriff’s Office.

Get your tickets here. Ages 5 and under enter free.

The event is at the Dale County Ag Plex.

Tonight’s events begin at 7 p.m., and tomorrow’s events begin Saturday at 6 p.m.

Under control @ 2:45: 2:27 PM: Structure fire on Omussee Road in Cowarts; updates, photos

Under control @ 2:45: 2:27 PM: Structure fire on Omussee Road in Cowarts; updates, photos

Cowarts Fire and Ashford Fire was dispatched to a report of a structure fire on Omussee Road in Cowarts.

Initial reports indicate a structure is fully involved with flames.

Early reports say the carport and house exploded.

The Cowarts fire chief said on his way he could see heavy smoke from a distance.

UPDATE: Crews are putting water on the fire.

UPDATE 2: The fire is now under control.