Event Brief
Lanes reopen on I-81 in Sullivan Co. after crashes
Filed: Feb 05, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
Summary: TDOT reports all lanes on I-81 are now open after multiple crashes caused significant delays.
WHO: Tennessee Department of Transportation, Sullivan County Sheriff's Office
WHAT: Reopening of lanes on I-81 following multiple accidents
WHEN: Feb 05, 2026 at 6:43 AM ET
WHERE: Knoxville, TN
WHY: To alleviate traffic delays caused by accidents
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