MAURY CO., Tenn. (WTVF) — Four large trucks were involved in a crash on I-65 in Maury County on Tuesday afternoon, prompting a significant emergency response.
The incident occurred near mile marker 50 by the Kedron Road overpass around 2:41 p.m. Authorities confirmed there are serious injuries, but details on the extent of these injuries have not been released.
Emergency responders at the scene include the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP), Spring Hill Police, Spring Hill Fire Department, and EMS. The THP Crash Investigation and Reconstruction Team is assisting with the ongoing investigation.
Traffic is heavily impacted, with both northbound and southbound lanes closed following the crash. Spring Hill Police announced the closures around 2:30 p.m.
As of 3:45 p.m., the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) opened the right northbound lane to facilitate traffic flow for vehicles trapped behind the incident. Southbound traffic has been redirected at Exit 53, while northbound traffic is being diverted at Exit 46 to State Route 99.
TDOT is managing traffic to Saturn Parkway and advises motorists to seek alternate routes to avoid the area. Major delays are expected for several hours, with TDOT estimating full clearance will not occur until around midnight due to investigation and cleanup efforts.
The THP urges drivers to slow down and remain vigilant while passing through the area, ensuring first responders can operate safely.
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