Ammonia spill shuts down rural highway in metro-east

A spill of anhydrous ammonia has shut down a rural highway and prompted officials to urge nearby residents to shelter in place.

The Washington County Emergency Management Agency said in a release the spill occurred on County Highway 17 at Kentucky Road, about seven miles southeast of Nashville.

Nearby residents are urged to shelter in place with windows and doors closed and ventilation systems turned off, the release said. All others should avoid the area, including “non-emergency personnel.”

County Highway 17 and Kentucky Road remained closed as of 1:45 p.m. Tuesday.

This is a breaking news story. More information will be reported as it becomes available.

This story was originally published April 15, 2025 at 1:49 PM.