Authorities said one person was hospitalized following a multi vehicle accident Friday afternoon on Florida’s Turnpike near Caribbean Boulevard in southwest Miami-Dade.
Southwest Miami-Dade, FL.- One person was injured following a multi vehicle accident Friday afternoon on Florida’s Turnpike.
The accident occurred around 3:45 p.m. on August 28 in the southbound lanes near Caribbean Boulevard.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and Florida Highway Patrol units responded to the scene after receiving reports of a collision involving multiple vehicles.
Emergency crews provided medical assistance to those involved in the accident.
One person suffered injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Authorities have not released additional information regarding the injured person’s condition or identity.
The collision caused two left southbound lanes of Florida’s Turnpike to close while emergency crews assisted those involved and worked to clear the accident scene.
Traffic cameras showed emergency personnel directing vehicles around the collision.
The lane closures caused significant delays during the Friday afternoon commute, and motorists were advised to avoid the area.
Additional information about the vehicles involved and the circumstances leading up to the collision has not been released.
The accident remains under investigation.
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