Three people killed in fiery crash on I-95 in Palm Bay

The collision occurred at approximately 9:49 a.m. near mile marker 172 in Brevard County, Florida

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Three adults were killed Tuesday morning in a fiery crash on Interstate 95 in Palm Bay, according to preliminary information from the Florida Highway Patrol.

The crash happened at approximately 9:49 a.m. near mile marker 172, south of S.R. 514 in Brevard County. A Hyundai Elantra was traveling northbound in the center lane when it veered off the roadway to the right and struck a tree, a witness told troopers.

The vehicle caught fire after the collision. The identities of the three victims have not been confirmed.

The outside northbound lane of I-95 is blocked while troopers investigate. FHP said additional information will be released when it becomes available.

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