LEBANON, Tennessee (WTVF) – Freezing rain and sleet have caused dangerous travel conditions in Tennessee, leading to ice-related accidents.
A multi-vehicle accident blocked traffic lanes west of Highway 40 near Spence Lane for about two hours, but has since been cleared.
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Earlier that day, a section of the Interstate 40 West highway was closed in Wilson County after a tractor trailer was stabbed just east of Lebanon. The westbound lanes were closed for about 90 minutes, but have since reopened.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol said that although the highway has been reopened, road conditions remain “frozen.”
Excellent work of all involved, I-40 WB at 243 MM reopened for all traffic. It’s still frozen !!!
– THPNashville (@THPNashville) February 15, 2021
Mt. Juliet police issued a warning to drivers, saying the roads are dangerous. A more winter weather is expected this afternoon.
Roads remain dangerous in the city this morning and more snow / ice is on the way. A winter storm warning remains in effect for our community. https://t.co/IYsIoR4V8K
– Mt. Juliet Police (@MtJulietPolice) February 15, 2021
In Maury County, a semi showed through a bumper on I-65, at the 43rd mile mark. Soldiers said the driver was not injured.
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