SINGLE-VEHICLE CRASH ON NORTHBOUND I-75 IN MCMINN COUNTY IS CAUSING CONGESTION
On the morning of April 21, 2026, at approximately 6:48 a.m. ET, a single-vehicle crash occurred on the northbound lanes of Interstate 75 in McMinn County, Tennessee, near mile marker 51.8.
The incident has blocked all northbound lanes and the left shoulder, with only the right shoulder remaining open. This has caused major delays for morning commuters on this busy stretch of I-75 between Athens and Sweetwater.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes or check TDOT SmartWay for updates, as the exact cause, vehicle details, and any injuries have not yet been released.
