The Tennessee Department of Transportation says a one mile evacuation of some Cocke County residents is ordered following an overturned propane truck that is leaking propane. Residents who have nowhere to go, can go to Parrottsville Elementary School
It has closed State Route 340 at Allen Chapel Road.
A medical helicopter has been called to the scene. The driver of the truck was injured during the crash. The driver was responsive at the hospital.
Two deputies were taken to the hospital for inhaling propane fumes.
Officials say it will be a long term closure.
