Multiple-vehicle crash kills one, injures three on Interstate 75, Campbell County, TN
Modified Date:
Wed, 08/27/2014 - 9:13pmAccident Date:
Wednesday, August 27, 2014Fiery crash closes Interstate 75 in Tennessee
A fiery crash involving many vehicles closed interstate 75 in Tennessee on Wednesday. The crash happened in Campbell County, Tennessee around 30 miles south of the Kentucky state line. Police say a tractor trailer crossed the median and hit another tractor trailer head-on.
Police say a semi crossed the median and hit another semi head-on, hitting other vehicles and sparking a massive fire and explosions. Police say one person was killed and three others were injured in the crash, while two firefighters were injured while battling the fire. People living within a half-mile radius from the crash were evacuated for a few hours but were later allowed to return home.
Type: Truck Accident
Roadway:
Interstate 75County:
Campbell County, TNArea:
Knoxville, TN
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