Rutherford County, TN – Drivers across parts of Rutherford County are being urged to use caution today as icy conditions remain on some county roads, particularly in shaded areas where sunlight has not reached the pavement.
According to the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office, roads such as Ruel McKnight Road near Lascassas are still ice-covered in spots, especially under tree cover. While main roads may appear clear, officials warn that secondary and rural routes can remain slick well into the day.
The lingering ice poses a heightened risk for early commuters, school traffic, and drivers unfamiliar with back roads. Deputies say shaded sections can refreeze overnight and thaw much more slowly than open roadways, creating sudden slick patches with little warning.
Lascassas is an unincorporated community in Rutherford County, northeast of Murfreesboro, and many nearby roads are narrow, rural, and heavily lined with trees — conditions that can worsen winter travel hazards even after temperatures rise.
Officials recommend drivers reduce speeds, increase following distance, and avoid sudden braking or sharp turns. Motorists traveling on county-maintained roads are also encouraged to allow extra travel time and remain alert for emergency vehicles responding to weather-related incidents.
Residents are advised to check local updates before heading out and to report hazardous road conditions to local authorities when safe to do so.
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