Portion of I-65N to close tonight for cleanup after 2 semis crashed and caught fire
News Channel 5 Nashville
Last updated: August 5, 2026
A significant portion of I-65 North was scheduled to close Tuesday night for cleanup operations following a major crash involving two tractor-trailers. The incident resulted in a fire that spread burning paper products across the interstate.
- The crash occurred Tuesday morning, leading to extensive damage and a large-scale spill. Two semi-trucks were involved, and both caught fire.
- The primary substance spilled and burning was paper products, necessitating a considerable cleanup effort.
- Authorities planned to close I-65 North for the cleanup to commence on Tuesday night.
- The closure was aimed at facilitating the removal of debris and mitigating any ongoing hazards from the fire.
- The exact duration of the closure was not specified, but the intention was to address the aftermath of the incident.
- This event caused significant disruption to traffic on a major transportation route.
