PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — All southbound lanes of Florida’s Turnpike are shut down Thursday afternoon following a major crash in Palm Beach County, causing rush hour delays.
According to Florida 511, the crash occurred just before Mile Marker 106 near the Beeline Highway exit on Florida’s Turnpike South. Authorities closed all lanes in the area as crews responded to the scene, causing major traffic disruptions.
Photos from traffic cameras show all lanes blocked and bumper-to-bumper traffic.
A major crash shut down all southbound lanes of Florida’s Turnpike near the Beeline Highway exit in Palm Beach County Thursday afternoon, causing significant traffic disruptions, according to Florida 511. (FDOT)
Florida 511 classified the incident as a major severity event. The closure began around 4:03 p.m., and as of the latest update at 4:11 p.m., all southbound lanes remained closed.
Drivers were urged to avoid the area and use alternate routes while emergency responders and road crews worked to manage the scene and begin cleanup efforts. Significant delays were expected during the afternoon commute.
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No immediate details were released regarding injuries or the cause of the crash. An estimated time for reopening had not been provided as of the last update.
Motorists are encouraged to check Florida 511 for the latest traffic information as conditions change.