**BREAKING: Rogue Zebra Brings Traffic to a Standstill on Tennessee Highway**
A bizarre incident brought traffic to a grinding halt on a Tennessee highway yesterday evening, as a loose zebra caused chaos and confusion among motorists.
The drama unfolded on Interstate 40 in Wilson County, where a zebra somehow managed to escape from a nearby farm and make its way onto the highway. Witnesses described the scene as “surreal” and “pandemonium” as the striped equine ran wildly across multiple lanes of traffic.
“I was driving home from work when suddenly, out of nowhere, this zebra comes running across the highway,” said local resident, Emily Johnson. “I slammed on my brakes and just sat there in shock. I couldn’t believe my eyes!”
The zebra, estimated to be about 5 years old and approximately 4 feet tall, was seen weaving in and out of traffic, causing several cars to swerve and honk their horns. Fortunately, no injuries or accidents were reported.
“I was driving with my kids and they were screaming, ‘Mom, Mom, look! A zebra!'” said another witness, Mark Davis. “It was crazy. We just sat there, frozen, watching this zebra run around like it owned the place.”
After a tense standoff that lasted for over 30 minutes, the zebra managed to evade capture and fled into the nearby woods. Authorities were forced to close the highway temporarily while they attempted to corral the wayward animal.
“We’re still trying to figure out how it got loose in the first place,” said a spokesperson for the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office. “We’re working with local animal control and wildlife experts to safely capture the zebra and return it to its owner.”
The incident has left many in the community wondering how a zebra ended up on the loose in rural Tennessee. The owner of the farm from which the zebra escaped has apologized for the incident and promised to take steps to prevent such an event from happening again.
In the meantime, residents and travelers alike are being advised to exercise caution when driving through the area, as the zebra’s whereabouts remain unknown.
**UPDATE:** A team of wildlife experts and animal control officers are working to track down the zebra and safely recapture it. The public is urged to report any sightings to the authorities immediately.
