Tupelo closes section of Industrial Road North for emergency repairs

The Tupelo Public Works Department announced an emergency closure on Industrial Road North at the intersection with West Main Street, effective Tuesday at 2:30 p.m., due to a failed drainage structure underneath the roadway.

The closure is necessary to address the issue and ensure the safety of drivers and pedestrians. The road will remain closed until repairs are completed and officials determine the area is safe for travel, according to city officials.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area, seek alternate routes, and follow posted detour signs and traffic control devices. The Public Works Department said crews are working quickly to complete repairs and reopen the roadway as soon as possible.

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