Photos and information obtained from Franklin Fire Company
A crash involving two tractor trailers shut down a section of Interstate 81 southbound early Tuesday morning near Wayne Avenue.
The incident occurred at mile marker 14, where a tractor trailer caught fire. Initial reports suggested a rollover, but officials confirmed that was not the case. A large rock debris field and a diesel fuel fire were reported at the scene.
All occupants were able to get out of the vehicles, though one person required a medical helicopter for injuries. Crews contained the fire, which was declared out by 6:30 a.m., but continued to monitor the area.
I-81 southbound was shut down at Exit 16 (Lincoln Way). As of 8:15 a.m., the southbound fast lane and shoulder had reopened, though the closure remained in place for other lanes for the foreseeable future.
Information and media use provided by Franklin Fire Company, Station 4.
