MAURY CO., Tenn. (WTVF) — A fire has been extinguished after four large trucks crashed on I-65 in Maury County Tuesday afternoon, but the Tennessee Highway Patrol says the scene remains very active.
The crash happened near mile marker 50, by the Kedron Road overpass. THP said initial information indicates there are serious injuries.
THP, Spring Hill police, the Spring Hill Fire Department and EMS are all working at the scene. The Tennessee Highway Patrol Crash Investigation and Reconstruction Team will also help investigate what led to the crash.
The crash has caused major traffic problems on I-65. Spring Hill police first announced around 2:30 p.m. that both northbound and southbound lanes were closed.
Around 3:45 p.m., TDOT opened the right northbound lane to allow traffic trapped behind the crash to get through. Southbound traffic has been diverted at Exit 53, while northbound traffic has been diverted at Exit 46, the State Route 99 exit.
TDOT is also directing traffic to Saturn Parkway and is urging drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
Drivers should expect long delays for several hours. TDOT earlier estimated the crash would not be fully cleared until around midnight because of the investigation, crash cleanup and pavement repairs.
THP is asking drivers who do travel through the area to slow down, stay alert and give first responders room to work safely.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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