UPDATE @ 9:11 a.m. — FDOT now reports that the scene is cleared. Traffic is — or should be — returning to normalcy.
UPDATE @ 6:45 a.m. — It appears one lane is being permitted through the scene on the shoulder. It is still an extremely slow go with a significant number of tractor trailers waiting to move through the area. Motorists are still advised to avoid the turnpike between Southern Boulevard and PGA Boulevard.
UPDATE: The Turnpike is still closed as of 6:30 a.m.
PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2025 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — A major crash early Wednesday morning has completely closed the Florida Turnpike northbound in the area of Okeechobee Boulevard. Traffic is at a standstill for several miles. This closure is impacting drivers heading north to Palm Beach International Airport.
According to the Florida Department of Transportation, the crash was first reported around 4:36 a.m. and involves multiple vehicles. Traffic is backed up for several miles. The location of the incident is approximately mile marker 102. Delays continue past mile marker 100.
FDOT also reports that the on-ramp to the Florida Turnpike at Okeechobee Boulevard (exit 99) is closed, with police blocking access.
It was not immediately known if anyone was killed in the crash, which would suggest an extended closure as police investigate. Check back for updates and for now, avoid the Florida Turnpike if you are heading north past Southern Boulevard.
