A small plane crash has caused a portion of the interstate west of Nashville to shut down. The incident occurred near I-40 at Mile Marker 202, according to a spokesperson from Nashville International Airport (BNA).
The crash happened near the shoulder of the road, and all eastbound lanes of I-40 have been closed for investigation. The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has advised drivers to find an alternate route as the investigation is ongoing.
Fortunately, no vehicles or buildings were hit by the airplane, and there have been no reports of injuries or fatalities. The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has diverted all traffic at Exit 201.
The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA) issued a statement regarding the crash, stating that the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will investigate the incident.
Emergency responders are currently at the scene, ensuring the safety of the accident scene. The MNAA has asked for additional details to be directed to Metro emergency personnel.
This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
