A woman died in a car accident on the East Rome Bypass near Turner Chapel Road. The accident involved a 2011 Nissan Armada driven by Tiffany Nicole Smith that crossed over the median and hit a 2010 Ford F-150 driven by Timothy Dewayne Reynolds. Reynolds, a teacher at Model Middle School, was rescued from the burning truck by bystanders, including an off-duty fireman. Two juvenile passengers in the SUV were also taken to the hospital. The accident caused delays in traffic, with westbound traffic being stopped, and other roads being affected as well. The wreck was cleared by 10:15 a. m. The Rome Police Department thanked the public for their patience and understanding during the traffic disruptions.