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The Dale County Sheriff’s Office estimates that 200 cars are stranded at one location on Highway 231 near Ariton.

The northbound and southbound lanes at Highway 51 are CLOSED.

They said the National Guard is there to help with recovery.

“Recovery efforts are ongoing but are compounded by more vehicles trying to enter this area,” a post from the Sheriff’s Office said.

People should avoid the area.