Rutherford County, TN – Drivers across Rutherford County are being urged to stay home Monday morning as icy road conditions caused multiple tractor-trailers to become stuck and led to at least one jackknifed semi on Interstate 24.
According to the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office, several tractor-trailer trucks were stranded on U.S. Highway 231 South (Shelbyville Highway), and one semi jackknifed on Interstate 24 between Buchanan and the Coffee County line. Wrecker crews were dispatched to clear blocked lanes and assist stalled vehicles.
Sheriff’s officials warned that state highways and back roads throughout the county remain icy, especially outside city limits. Sgt. Nick Coble said conditions are hazardous on major routes including Las Casas Highway and John Bragg Highway, noting that ice is widespread.
“It’s solid ice everywhere — anywhere outside the cities,” Coble said.
Deputy Brad Harwell, who was patrolling Manson Pike and Blackman Road, described the roads as “treacherous,” adding that icy patches are present even where pavement appears clear.
Authorities advise drivers who must travel to reduce speed, avoid sudden stops, and allow extra distance between vehicles. However, officials emphasized that staying home is the safest option until road conditions improve.
“It would be best if you just stayed home,” Coble said.
Motorists traveling through Rutherford County, Middle Tennessee, and nearby interstate corridors should expect delays and rapidly changing conditions through the morning hours as crews continue clearing incidents.
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