Rutherford County, TN – Drivers traveling toward Nashville on Interstate 24 are facing significant delays Friday morning after icy conditions forced a full highway closure near Murfreesboro.
According to the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office, I-24 westbound is completely shut down just before the South Church Street exit due to ice buildup. Several trucks reportedly lost traction and were unable to climb the incline, with some nearly jackknifed.
Authorities said another truck is stalled along Joe B. Jackson Parkway, worsening the traffic backup. Motorists are being advised to exit at Buchanan Road and detour via U.S. Highway 41 toward Nashville until conditions improve.
Both Tennessee Highway Patrol troopers and Rutherford County Sheriff’s deputies remain on the scene assisting drivers and working to restore traffic flow.
Officials warn that icy patches are still present across Middle Tennessee and are urging extreme caution during morning travel.
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