Interstate 55 reopened Thursday afternoon after closures due to ongoing clearing operations north of Como, according to the Mississippi Department of Transportation. Crews are still working to clear both directions of I-55 north of Exit 257.
All lanes of I-22/U.S. 78 from Red Banks (Exit 21) to the Tennessee state line remain closed. MDOT officials advised drivers to completely avoid that section of highway.
While I-55 is now open, officials recommend caution for travelers heading north of Como. Drivers are urged to reduce speed and drive with extreme caution as crews continue to work in the area.
MDOT recommends using the free MDOT Traffic app or visiting MDOTtraffic.com for live updates on road conditions.
Jon Ross Myers is the executive editor and publisher of the Mississippi News Network, Mississippi's largest digital only media company. He can be reached at editor@tippahnews.com
