Flooding forced I-24 traffic near exit 175 to divert from the highway, slowing movement through the major east-west artery to a standstill.Part of I-24 is closed due to flooding.
A section of the road on I-24 is closed due to flooding in both the east- and westbound lanes. Traffic in that area is being diverted to other roads.
The flooding is occurring near exit 175, southwest of Chattanooga. The closest cross street is Francis St.
Drivers are asked to seek alternate routes.