Lebanon, Tennessee (WTVF) – Freezing rain and sleet have caused dangerous travel conditions through Tennessee and caused ice-related crashes.
A collision with several vehicles blocked the westbound lanes of Interstate 40 near Spence Lane for about two hours, but has since been cleared.
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Earlier in the day, a portion of the 40 West Interstate Highway was closed in Wilson County after a tractor trailer was a knife, 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 interstate has reopened, road conditions remain “icy.”
Great work from everyone involved, I-40 WB at 243 MM has reopened to all traffic. It’s still ice cream !!!
– THPNashville (@THPNashville) February 15, 2021
Mt. Juliet police sent a warning to drivers, saying the roads were dangerous. More winter weather is expected this afternoon.
Roads are still dangerous throughout the city this morning and there is more snow / ice. A winter storm warning remains in effect for our community. https://t.co/IYsIoR4V8K
– Mount Juliet Police (@MtJulietPolice) February 15, 2021
In Maury County, a semi plowed through a guardrail on I-65 at mile 43. Soldiers said the driver was not injured.
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