Wet Weather Triggers Multiple Crashes in Robertson County
ROBERTSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Wet weather associated with the remnants of a hurricane moved into Robertson County over the weekend, leaving roadways slick and contributing to multiple crashes that kept first responders busy throughout the weekend. Officials say the wet weather likely contributed to or compounded several crashes Saturday night into Sunday morning, including three serious crashes on I-65, I-24, and Lights Chapel Road that left multiple people seriously injured.
I-65 Crash – One Critically Injured
According to Cross Plains Fire Chief Tommy Jackson, emergency crews responded to a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 65 southbound near mile marker 9.5. The call came in at approximately 11:55 p.m.
Jackson said a pickup truck rear-ended a van before leaving the roadway. The van sustained significant rear-end damage, including broken taillights and damage that pushed the rear bodywork down toward the tires.
The pickup’s lone occupant was trapped in the vehicle, requiring approximately 15 minutes of extrication. According to Jackson, the patient sustained significant head and chest injuries and was considered to be in critical condition.
Two occupants of the van, who were traveling to Alabama, were evaluated but declined transport to the hospital.
The Cross Plains Fire Department, Robertson County EMS, Robertson County EMA, Tennessee Highway Patrol, and Robertson County Sheriff’s Office responded.
Lights Chapel Road Crash – Two Seriously Injured
According to Robertson County EMS, a single vehicle struck a tree on Lights Chapel Road, resulting in three patients.
Two patients were transported to Skyline Medical Center in serious condition, while a third declined transport.
Emergency crews spent approximately 30 minutes extricating one of the patients from the wreckage.
I-24 Crash – Patient in Very Critical Condition
Robertson County EMS also confirmed a serious crash on Interstate 24 during the same overnight period.
According to EMS, one patient was transported to Skyline Medical Center in very critical condition.
Additional details regarding the circumstances of the I-24 crash were not immediately available.
The three incidents occurred within a relatively short period during the overnight wet-weather conditions. Motorists are reminded to reduce speeds and allow additional stopping distance when traveling on rain-soaked roadways.
PHOTOS BELOW: Lights Chapel RD.
