Crash on I-95 Leads to Semi-Truck Fire, One Critically Injured in St. Johns County

A serious crash on Interstate 95 in St. Johns County resulted in a semi-truck fire and left one person critically injured Sunday night, according to St. Johns County Fire Rescue.

Fire rescue officials said the collision occurred on northbound I-95 near mile marker 307. The crash involved multiple vehicles and caused a semi-truck to catch fire, prompting an emergency response that included firefighters, hazardous materials crews, and an air medical helicopter.

Authorities confirmed that one person was transported by helicopter to a nearby hospital in critical condition. No additional details have been released regarding the identities of those involved or the total number of vehicles impacted.

Hazmat teams were deployed to the scene to address a diesel fuel leak from the semi-truck, which required extensive cleanup efforts. All northbound lanes of I-95 were shut down for several hours while crews extinguished the fire, treated the injured, and cleared the roadway. Traffic has since reopened.

At this time, officials have not released information regarding what caused the crash or whether speed, driver error, mechanical failure, or impairment may have been factors. The investigation remains ongoing.

Crashes involving commercial vehicles and tractor-trailers often result in severe injuries due to the size and weight disparity between passenger vehicles and large trucks. When fires and hazardous materials are involved, the risk to occupants and first responders increases significantly.

Collisions involving semi-trucks frequently lead to catastrophic outcomes because of:

• Extreme vehicle weight and stopping distance
• High-speed interstate travel
• Increased risk of rollovers and fires
• Fuel leaks and hazardous materials exposure
• Vehicle intrusion and entrapment

Victims in these crashes often suffer traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, severe burns, internal injuries, or long-term disability.

Determining Liability After a Semi-Truck Crash

Investigating a commercial vehicle crash requires a detailed and independent review of evidence, which may include:

• Driver logbooks and hours-of-service records
• Vehicle maintenance and inspection reports
• Electronic logging device and black box data
• Surveillance and traffic camera footage
• Toxicology and impairment testing
• Compliance with federal trucking regulations

Liability may extend beyond the truck driver to include trucking companies, vehicle owners, maintenance contractors, or other responsible parties.

Legal Options for Injured Victims and Families

Individuals seriously injured in truck crashes may be entitled to compensation for:

• Emergency and ongoing medical treatment
• Future rehabilitation and long-term care
• Lost income and diminished earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Permanent impairment or disfigurement

If a crash results in fatal injuries, surviving family members may have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim under Florida law.

How Flanagan & Bodenheimer Can Help

At Flanagan & Bodenheimer Injury & Wrongful Death Law Firm, we represent victims of catastrophic crashes involving commercial vehicles and tractor-trailers throughout Florida, including St. Johns County.

We intentionally maintain a small caseload, allowing every client direct access to an experienced attorney. Our firm acts quickly to:

• Launch an independent investigation
• Preserve vehicle and electronic evidence
• Work with accident reconstruction experts
• Identify all applicable insurance coverage
• Handle all communications with insurers and trucking companies

There are no upfront fees. We only get paid if we recover compensation for our clients.

If you or a loved one was injured in the I-95 crash that led to the semi-truck fire in St. Johns County, understanding your legal rights early is critical.

📞 Contact Flanagan & Bodenheimer Injury & Wrongful Death Law Firm for a free, confidential consultation. We represent accident victims and families across Florida.