LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Hours after multiple accident shut down I-71 North in Gallatin County, Kentucky State Police said the interstate’s northbound and southbound lanes have reopened.
Police made that announcement just before 5 p.m. Saturday.
Multiple accidents were reported the last two days due to weather which impacted road conditions.
"In response efforts, the Kentucky National Guard and the Kentucky State Police (KSP) have helped recover dozens of cars and semi-trailer trucks, they've refueled vehicles and they've handed out water bottles and blankets to stranded motorists," Beshear said.
KSP said the speed limit has been reduced to about 45 mph and urging all motorists to take their time and use extreme caution.
There was a "major tractor trailer jackknifed" that officials say took a "significant" amount of time to clear.
“We got one cleared, then another happened. We got that cleared, and then another happened,” Beshear said during a news briefing Saturday. “If you can avoid it, please do. Don’t travel if you don’t have to.”
Kentucky officials say if you must travel you are advised to have a full gas tank and an emergency kit that includes water, food, first aid, blankets, cell phone chargers and enough supplies for all your passengers.
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