The Brief A Ford dealership in Winter Haven caught fire on Tuesday morning.According to the Winter Haven Police Department, the fire started in the service bay building.Highway 17 is shut down in both directions.
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – A Ford dealership in Winter Haven caught fire on Tuesday morning.
What we know:
According to the Winter Haven Police Department, the fire started in the service bay building.
Crews with the Winter Haven Fire Department and Polk County Fire are at the scene along with police.
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Courtesy: Winter Haven Police Department
Highway 17 is shut down in both directions.
Drivers are asked to use alternate routes.
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What we don’t know:
It is unclear what caused the fire and when the road will reopen.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.Â
The Source: This article was written with information found in a press release from the Winter Haven Police Department. Â