Several crashes involving multiple vehicles closed westbound lanes of Interstate 40 Henderson County.
The incident was reported at 12:30 p.m. Friday at the Henderson-Carroll County line, just east of Jackson. At least one crash involved a jackknifed tractor trailer.
Details of the wreck were unknown. Some preliminary official reports stated as many as 16 semi trucks and eight vehicles were involved.
Photos: Dozens Involved In I-40 Wreck Near Jackson
The interstate was closed in that area or experienced major delays all day Friday.
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The Tennessee Department of Transportation warned travelers to check road conditions before heading out. If you don’t have to be out, you’ve been urged to stay home.
