Madison County, AL – Drivers across Madison County are facing major travel disruptions today as ice and snow conditions have forced the closure of several key roadways, including heavily traveled commuter routes in and around Huntsville.
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), all overpasses along Memorial Parkway are closed, along with Green Mountain Road and Bankhead Parkway, due to hazardous icy conditions. Authorities say the closures were implemented to prevent crashes as freezing temperatures caused slick and unsafe driving surfaces.
Memorial Parkway serves as one of the primary north–south corridors through Huntsville, connecting residential neighborhoods, business districts, and access points near Redstone Arsenal. The closure of its overpasses is expected to significantly impact the Monday commute, particularly during morning and evening peak travel times.
ALEA officials are urging motorists to avoid unnecessary travel and to use extreme caution if travel cannot be delayed. Ice accumulation on elevated roadways can be difficult to detect and often leads to sudden loss of vehicle control, especially on bridges and overpasses that freeze faster than ground-level roads.
As of today, no reopening timeline has been announced. Road conditions will continue to be monitored as temperatures fluctuate and crews assess when surfaces are safe to reopen.
Drivers are encouraged to check local traffic updates, follow ALEA and local law enforcement on social media, and allow extra time if travel is unavoidable. Alternate routes may also experience congestion as traffic is diverted away from closed areas.
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