Due to the impacts of Hurricane Helene, significant closures are in effect along I-26 and I-40 across both North Carolina and Tennessee. The NCDOT is urging motorists to avoid traveling through western NC, and further closures are expected along major and alternate routes. Truck drivers currently in the area or planning to move through Tennessee and North Carolina should prepare for substantial disruptions.
For the latest updates on road conditions and closures, check out these resources:
• Florida — fl511.com
• Georgia — 511ga.org
• South Carolina — 511sc.org
• North Carolina — drivenc.gov
• Tennessee — smartway.tn.gov/traffic
• Virginia — 511virginia.org
Hurricane Helene Impact
On Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at 11:10 p.m. EDT, Hurricane Helene made landfall near Perry, Florida, as a Category 4 storm with winds reaching 140 mph, marking one of the strongest hurricanes in U.S. history. Helene’s path has brought widespread destruction across the southeastern U.S., causing catastrophic flooding, highway collapses, and tornadic activity.
Safety First
As always, your safety comes first. Truckers and motorists, please stay vigilant, heed all warnings, and prioritize your well-being. Road conditions can change rapidly, so make sure to check real-time updates before hitting the road. Stay safe out there!
Courtesy of our friends at The Trucker and the Tennessee Trucking Association