BLOUNT COUNTY, Tenn. (WOKI / WVLT) – A serious crash forced the temporary closure of a section of Calderwood Highway in Blount County on Sunday afternoon.
According to the Blount County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred in the 3400 block of Calderwood Highway, prompting officials to close the roadway in both directions while emergency crews responded and investigators worked the scene.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol and the Blount County Sheriff’s Office assisted with the response and investigation.
Authorities later announced that the highway had reopened to traffic, restoring access through the area.
Officials have not released information regarding the number of vehicles involved, whether there were any injuries or fatalities, or what factors may have contributed to the crash.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation by the Tennessee Highway Patrol and the Blount County Sheriff’s Office.
Motorists are encouraged to use caution when traveling through the area as investigators continue gathering information.
