Florida’s Turnpike reopens in Lake County after fiery crash

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Florida Highway Patrol said the crash happened around 10:32 a.m. on Florida’s Turnpike in Lake County.

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Troopers said a red Ford, a semi-truck, a Volkswagen and a Cadillac were involved in the crash in Clermont.

According to a news release, one of the cars caught on fire after the collision.

None of the drivers were injured and remained at the scene.

Drivers on Florida’s Turnpike need to use extra caution and seek alternative routes after a crash and vehicle fire on Friday.

The crash and vehicle fire happened around 10:30 a.m. on the southbound lanes of the Turnpike near mile marker 281.

All southbound lanes are shut down in the area as crew work to clear the wreckage.

It’s unclear how many vehicles were involved and if there were any injuries.

The incident is also impacting northbound traffic on the Turnpike with one lane closed to drivers.

Channel 9 is working to gather more information and will provide updates on Eyewitness News at Noon.

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