Traffic Alert: Fallen tree in roadway closes northbound lanes on I-95 at Philips Hwy.
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Traffic Alert: Fallen tree in roadway closes northbound lanes on I-95 at Philips Hwy.

  • October 9, 2026

Traffic backups along I-95 north near Philips Highway on Thursday night (FL511)

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Two separate crashes have closed at least two northbound lanes on Interstate 95 at Philips Highway on Thursday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

FHP told News4JAX that the crashes involved four vehicles. No injuries were reported.

One of the vehicles hit a massive tree, causing it to fall and block three lanes.

As of 8:20 p.m., two right lanes remained blocked, causing miles-long traffic backups.

It’s unclear when the highway will reopen.

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