Giles County, TN Road Conditions

01/26/2026

As of 5:00 a.m., based on firsthand assessments, roadway conditions across the county remain in very poor condition. Black ice is widespread and difficult to detect, creating extremely dangerous driving conditions. Vehicles can lose traction without warning, significantly increasing the risk of crashes, slide-offs, and delayed emergency response times.

Motorists are strongly urged to remain at home and avoid travel unless it is absolutely necessary. Even experienced drivers and four-wheel-drive vehicles are not immune to black ice. Please prioritize your safety and the safety of first responders by staying off the roadways if at all possible.

Let’s not meet by “accident” 🏎️ 💥
Chief Young GCOEM

01/26/2026

Public Safety Notice – Road Conditions

Giles County OEM is urging all residents to stay off the roadways due to rapidly deteriorating conditions. A significant amount of black ice is forming, and many roads are becoming extremely hazardous and, in some areas, impassable.

Travel at this time poses a serious risk to motorists and first responders. Please avoid all non-essential travel and remain at home if at all possible. If you must travel for an emergency, use extreme caution, reduce speed, and be aware that road conditions may change without warning.

We will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as they become available. Your cooperation helps keep you safe and allows emergency crews to respond where they are most needed.

Please stay safe.

Chief Young GC OEM

01/25/2026

⚠️ Road Conditions Update ⚠️

Road conditions across the county are very poor at this time. While some main roads remain some what passable, they are extremely slick, and bridges and back roads are especially hazardous.

We strongly urge everyone to stay home and avoid travel unless absolutely necessary. Conditions can change quickly, and even short trips pose a significant risk.

Please use extreme caution if you must be out, slow down, and give road crews time to work. Your safety is the priority.

01/24/2026

01/24/2026

As time progresses, we will be updating through here and multiple other pages the road conditions.
Currently all we have are flurries and below freezing temps.
It’s 20°F with 13mph winds making it feel like 8°F.

Please stay home and stay warm.

06/09/2023

02/01/2023

All roads are passable.. we do encourage everyone to SLOW DOWN and drive safely!!!! There is a chance there could be some ice on the bridges on the back roads.. everyone have a great day!

12/28/2022

Giles County OEM
Point of Distribution for bottled water
12/28/22
A Point of Distribution for bottled water will be available this afternoon at Giles County Fire Rescue Anthony Hill Fire Station, located at 188 Oak Grove Road, Goodsprings, TN.
In order to ensure that those most affected by the water shortage, the Giles County Office of Emergency Management has established the following guidelines:
• Water is available from 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm.
• Those within the Minor Hill water distribution area will receive priority.
• Limited to 2 cases per household.
****We do ask for those who were able to get water yesterday please be respectful to your neighbors who may not have an opportunity to get water.
If the need for additional distribution becomes necessary in the coming days, more information will be forthcoming.

12/27/2022

Giles County OEM
Point of Distribution for bottled water
12/27/22
A Point of Distribution for bottled water will be available this afternoon at Giles County Fire Rescue Anthony Hill Fire Station, located at 188 Oak Grove Road, Goodsprings, TN.

In order to ensure that those most affected by the water shortage, the Giles County Office of Emergency Management has established the following guidelines:

• Water is available from 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm.
• Those within the Minor Hill water distribution area will receive priority.
• Limited to 2 cases per household.

If the need for additional distribution becomes necessary in the coming days, more information will be forthcoming.