I think this is the very definition of bad day.

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I think this is the very definition of bad day.

A tow truck tipped trying to clear a semi from Highway 18, forcing part of that highway to be shut down for hours.

It happened near Mason City on Wednesday.

The Iowa State Patrol says a semi hauling candy caught fire. Firefighters put it out, but then a tow truck, called in to clear the scene, tipped.

Authorities say another, larger tow truck was then needed to help.