A multi-vehicle crash occurred on westbound Interstate 40 in Roane County, Tennessee, near Mile Marker 354 close to Kingston. The Tennessee Highway Patrol is investigating the incident, which involves personal injury and was reported around 1:49 p.m. (or approximately 2:50 p.m. in related updates) on January 13, 2026. The crash has blocked the right lane and right shoulder, reducing traffic to one lane in the westbound direction.

According to the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), this has caused significant congestion, with backups extending about four miles in the area, including reported congestion noted around Mile Marker 358.2 earlier in the afternoon.

Details on the exact cause, number of vehicles involved beyond it being multi-vehicle, or the identities and conditions of those injured remain unavailable at this time, and the situation is ongoing with expectations for further updates as the investigation continues.

Drivers in the region should anticipate delays and exercise caution.