MEMPHIS, Tenn. — As inclement weather affects the Mid-South, authorities have closed down some roadways for the safety of drivers in the area.
Here is an updated list of which roads have been closed due to this winter weather:
Memphis
Road conditions remain hazardous in the city, especially side roads and intersections. Use caution if you must get out.
Shelby Farms Park gates and roads will be closed to vehicles on Friday, January 19. Park grounds and trails may be accessed on foot, but visitors should use caution.
Bartlett
Bartlett Police said to continue to use caution if you get out. Main roads look passable but neighborhoods and secondary streets are still slippery.
Collierville
As of 7 a.m. Friday, Collierville Police report roads did not improve overnight, and some are now worse than they were Thursday. Most primary roads are mostly clear, but officers are reporting Houston Levee and Collierville - Arlington are not in good shape. Secondary roads are extremely slick due to earlier freezing rain.
The traffic signal at Byhalia & Hwy 385 is still in flash mode - yellow for Byhalia, red for Hwy 385. Remember, flashing yellow means proceed with caution, and if it's flashing red, come to a stop and ensure it's clear before proceeding. This mode will continue for several days until repairs are completed.
Germantown
Germantown Police said roadways should still be considered hazardous through today and into the weekend. There are several areas throughout the city that have black ice patches and other slick areas that officers have encountered Friday morning. Please use extreme caution if you must venture out this weekend.
Millington
Millington Police said the roads are freezing over. Vehicles are sliding, stalling, and having a hard time.
According to Millington Fire Department, Veterans Parkway between Highway 51 and Navy Road was closed as of about 6 p.m. Sunday due to icy conditions.
DeSoto County
The DeSoto County Sheriff's Office said all roads and bridges are very slick and becoming extremely dangerous. Please use extreme caution and limit travel as much as possible.
Olive Branch
Olive Branch Police said road conditions are deteriorating and people should not drive unless it is necessary. More ice has developed on all roadways and bridges are icing over. If you are in a fender bender, and there are absolutely no injuries and no vehicles need to be towed, please exchange information with the other party/parties and report the incident at the Olive Branch Police Department when road conditions are back to normal.
Horn Lake
Roadway conditions throughout Horn Lake quickly deteriorated and became dangerous. The Horn Lake Police Department STRONGLY urges drivers to stay off the roadways and avoid any unnecessary travel until roadways improve. Due to icy winter road conditions, the Department implemented the inclement weather policy. If involved in an accident without injuries, exchange information and make a police report at a later time.
Marshall County MS
The Marshall County Sheriff's Office said as of 9 a.m. Friday, Highway I-22 (Hwy 78) westbound exit ramp at mile marker 12B toward Collierville on I-269 North is blocked by two stranded semi-tractor/trailers. PLEASE USE EXTREME CAUTION in this area and stay away so rescue personnel can clear the area.
Most all of the other roads in the county are extremely icy. Highway 72 appears somewhat clear but is ice-covered. Be aware that the roadways are still mostly ice-covered and very treacherous.
Oxford
The Oxford Mayor reported road conditions are better than Thursday but they recommend only driving if necessary. The freeze Thursday night caused ice to reform in many areas.
Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA)
MATA said it will operate as follows Friday:
- Due to icy road conditions, MATA will NOT operate fixed route services, trolley services, and on demand services for the rest of the day.
- MATAplus will only provide life-sustaining trips.
- The Customer Service Line will be available until 7 p.m. and can be reached at 901-274-6282.
- Transportation to the warming center will be available and rides can be scheduled by calling 901-297-1680.