Emergency helicopters, first responders on scene of crash involving injuries on US-19

The Florida Highway Patrol said this happened around 7:15 a.m. in the area of U.S. 19 near Innisbrook Drive and Klosterman Road.

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — North and southbound lanes of U.S. 19 are closed Tuesday morning following a crash involving injuries.

The Florida Highway Patrol said this happened around 7:15 a.m. in the area of U.S. 19 near Innisbrook Drive and Klosterman Road.

Traffic cameras show multiple first responders at the scene, including helicopters that landed in the area sometime after 7:30 a.m.

Cameras show traffic is backed up as authorities continue investigating.

Drivers should avoid the area and seek alternate routes as the investigation continues and crews work to clear the scene.