(Benton County, IA) — One death is reported in eastern Iowa that’s attributed directly to the wind storm Wednesday. The Iowa State Patrol says strong winds flipped a semi into a ditch in Benton County along Highway 151. The driver of the truck was not wearing a seatbelt and died. The driver’s name is being withheld at this time. There have been no other reports of serious injuries or deaths reported with any of the severe thunderstorms and wind gusts.
