On July 17, 2025, at approximately 2:43 PM CDT, a multi-vehicle crash occurred on Interstate 40 Eastbound in Putnam County at mile marker 295.2, between Cookeville and Monterey. This incident has led to the complete closure of the eastbound lanes, causing significant traffic congestion in the area.

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) and local authorities, including the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office, are likely on the scene managing the situation, though specific details about the number of vehicles involved, injuries, or fatalities are not yet available.