Train derailment shuts roads in Juliette in Monroe County
FILE PHOTO. Train tracks in Juliette. Credit: Joyce Lupiani/FOX 5 Atlanta
MONROE COUNTY, Ga. - A train derailment involving a tractor-trailer caused major road closures in Monroe County early Wednesday morning, according to emergency officials.
What we know:
Monroe County Emergency Services said the incident happened around 3 a.m. near Highway 83 North at Berner Loop and Juliette Road in Juliette.
Officials said both roads are closed and are expected to remain shut down for most of the day.
Traffic is being redirected at the intersection of Round Oak Juliette Road and Jarrell Plantation Road.
The extent of the derailment was not immediately known Wednesday morning.
FOX 5 Atlanta has reached out to officials for additional information. Check back for updates.