TURNPIKE CLOSED: Truck Burning In North Broward County

Thursday, 22 October 2026, 9:21Thursday, 22 October 2026, 10:10
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A truck is burning on the side of Florida's Turnpike, with smoke rising into the air. — The scene around 9:15 this morning on the Florida Turnpike NB near Atlantic Boulevard. (FDOT).

UPDATE: The scene is clearing as of 10:10 a.m.

BROWARD COUNTY, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2026 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — A truck is burning on the Florida Turnpike as of 9:15 a.m. Thursday. The Florida Department of Transportation tells BocaNewsNow.com that all NORTHBOUND lanes are closed near Atlantic Boulevard.

The fire was reported a short time ago. Broward Fire Rescue is on the scene dealing with the situation. It’s unclear if the truck is burning, cargo inside the truck, or both.

Expect massive traffic delays northbound south of Atlantic Boulevard until the scene is cleared. Even if lanes are reopened shortly, drivers like to slow down to look at smoke and fire.

We will update when we learn more from FDOT.