Severe Weather Triggers Multi-Crash Closure on I-75 Northbound
A section of Interstate 75 has reopened following a series of weather-related accidents near the Kentucky-Tennessee border. The northbound lanes were closed late Monday morning due to treacherous conditions caused by recent snowfall.
Weather Conditions Lead to Multiple Crashes
According to the Kentucky State Police, the snowfall quickly made the roadway hazardous. Emergency Management officials reported that the icy conditions were particularly severe near a bridge, leading to several crashes.
Challenges in Clearing the Scene
- Accidents involved various vehicles, including a tractor-trailer and a truck hauling gravel.
- The cleanup process took several hours due to the size and nature of the vehicles involved.
- Jerry Rains, director of emergency management for Laurel and Whitley Counties, noted the difficulties in clearing the wreckage.
Road Reopening Details
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet confirmed that the incidents occurred around mile point 1.8 on I-75. After extensive work to clear the area, the road was officially reopened at approximately 2:30 PM.
This incident underscores the need for caution during winter weather conditions, especially on major highways like I-75.
