Authorities said a multi vehicle accident involving at least five vehicles closed all northbound lanes of Interstate 75 Friday afternoon in Sarasota County.
Sarasota County, FL.- Emergency crews responded to a multi vehicle accident Friday afternoon in Sarasota County.
The accident occurred on July 24 on northbound Interstate 75 before mile marker 211.
Initial reports indicated the collision involved at least five vehicles, including a white van, a Mazda SUV, a white sedan that caught fire, and two additional vehicles.
Emergency medical personnel responded to the scene while crews worked to reach those involved.
Traffic was temporarily stopped to allow emergency vehicles to travel the wrong way in the southbound median and access the crash site.
All northbound lanes of Interstate 75 were closed during the emergency response.
Authorities have not released information regarding the number of people injured or the severity of any injuries.
The accident remains under investigation.
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