JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com/KFGO) — Katrina Christiansen, a Jamestown engineering professor running for North Dakota’s Democratic U.S. Senate seat in 2024 put a message on her campaign Facebook Sunday that she and her family survived a crash Saturday, November 25th near Plankinton, S.D.

In her post, she wrote: My family was in a car crash as another car was attempting to pass a semi and hit us. We are all okay because of the volunteer Plankinton Fire & Rescue’s efforts. This rural fire and rescue department saved the day.” She says, ” These folks represent the courage and generosity that makes our country exceptional. My family is so thankful for their dedication to helping people in the worst moments.”