2 people seriously injured following Orlando crash that shut down SR-408
Orlando crash shuts down SR-408 near Mills Avenue
An Orlando crash has shut down the westbound lanes of State Road 408. Reports show the crash took place around 5:39 a.m. Friday near the downtown area close to the Mills Avenue exit.
ORLANDO, Fla. - Two people have been seriously injured following an Orlando crash Friday morning that shut down State Road 408.
The Orlando Fire Department said two cars were involved in the incident.
Both patients were transported to the hospital on Advanced Life Support, officials said.
(Credit: Orlando Fire Department)
When and where did the crash happen?
The backstory:
Reports show the crash took place Friday morning near the downtown area close to the Mills Avenue exit.
The crash blocked three lanes on SR-408.
Traffic was being diverted at Crystal Lake Drive.
Law enforcement officials and first responders both responded to the scene of the crash.
SR-408 opened again following the crash around 7:15 a.m.
The scene of the crash shows heavy backup on State Road 408 near the Mills Avenue exit.
The FOX 35 News team is working to learn more details surrounding the incident.
This is a developing story. Check back soon for more updates.
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The Source: This story was written based on information shared by the Orlando Fire Department.