Since the start of the storm, THP troopers have responded to a significant number of weather-related incidents
As ice, downed trees, and hazardous road conditions continue to impact travel across Tennessee, the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) has been working tirelessly to assist motorists.
Since the start of the storm, THP troopers have responded to a significant number of weather-related incidents. They have been on duty around the clock, assisting stranded drivers, responding to crashes, and clearing roadway hazards to restore safe travel conditions.
Since 3 a.m. Central time, Jan. 24 THP has responded statewide to:
2 fatal crashes
The cause of the fatalities has not yet been determined. The Tennessee Department of Health will decide whether it is weather-related.
61 crashes involving injuries
241 crashes involving property damage
906 motorist assists
94 abandoned vehicles
269 roadway obstructions, many caused by downed trees
2 vehicle fires
2131 total phone calls to *THP requesting assistance
“Led by the efforts of the Highway Patrol, all of our divisions have mobilized to assist Tennesseans through this severe winter storm,” said Department of Safety and Homeland Security Commissioner Jeff Long. “We have joined together with other state and local agencies in dangerous conditions to help motorists and support local communities. We are asking everyone to help us by staying off the roads unless travel is absolutely necessary.”
Troopers continue to patrol statewide and coordinate with local and state first responders and emergency managers as winter weather impacts persist.
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