PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — A multi-vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon on Florida's Turnpike southbound in Palm Beach County caused all lanes to be shut down.
According to Palm Beach County Fire Rescue, units were dispatched to the scene just before 1 p.m. and found two SUVs, one minivan, and a semi tractor trailer that was hauling automobiles involved in the crash, near the Atlantic Avenue exit.
WATCH: Southbound lanes back open after crash
Two other vehicles were stopped in the area of the area of the accident but were not involved. Initial reports said five to six vehicles were involved.
A total of 14 were people transported to local hospitals. One person was transported as a trauma alert.
PBCFR says this was declared as a level 2 mass casualty event, meaning it involves 11- 20 patients.
PBCFR has turned over the scene to FHP. A total of 14 patients were transported. The turnpike is expected to open momentarily, if not already. However, congestion will be heavy in the area. Please give extra travel time.
— PBC Fire Rescue (@PBCFR) June 4, 2025
PBCFR cleared the scene and all southbound lanes are back open, but some delays could be expected. Florida Highway Patrol is now taking over the scene.
There are still no details about what caused the accident.
