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Portion of road in Lebanon closed due to serious-injury crash, police say
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Danica Sauter , WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 21, 2026
· 1 min read
LEBANON, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Lebanon Police Department said a portion of Highway 109 is closed due to a serious-injury crash. The 2000 block of Highway 109, south of Business Park Drive, is closed in both directions due to a serious injury crash. Police said drivers should expect an extended closu...
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Key takeaway (WSMV) - The Lebanon Police Department said a portion of Highway 109 is closed due to a serious-injury crash.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The closure of Highway 109 in Lebanon due to a serious-injury crash will likely have a significant impact on commuters who rely on this route to travel through the area. With the road closed in both directions, drivers will need to plan alternative routes, which could lead to increased traffic on nearby roads such as Martha Leeville Road and Highway 70. This diversion may also affect local businesses and residents who depend on the highway for access to their properties. The extended closure of Highway 109 may cause disruptions to daily routines, including work and school commutes, and could also affect emergency response times. As the investigation into the crash continues, it will be important to monitor the situation and plan accordingly to minimize the inconvenience to drivers and the community. The Lebanon Police Department's warning to avoid the area and use a different route, if possible, should be heeded to ensure safety and reduce congestion.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? LEBANON, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Lebanon Police Department said a portion of Highway 109 is closed due to a serious-injury crash. The 2000 block of Highway 109, south of Business Park Drive, is closed in both directions due to a serious injury crash. Police said drivers should expect an extended closu...
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