Semi-Truck Crash Shuts Down I-95 in Scottsmoor as Investigation Continues

A major crash involving a semi-tractor trailer shut down a stretch of Interstate 95 in north Brevard County Thursday afternoon, prompting a large emergency response and significant traffic disruptions.

The incident occurred near the Scottsmoor exit and may involve serious injuries or a fatality, according to initial reports.

The crash was reported around 2 p.m. on Thursday on Interstate 95 near the Scottsmoor exit in northern Brevard County.

Traffic cameras showed what appeared to be a semi-tractor trailer overturned and engulfed in flames, though officials have not yet confirmed details about injuries or fatalities.

Due to the severity of the crash and ongoing investigation, both northbound and southbound lanes of I-95 were shut down in the area.

The closure of both directions of I-95 caused significant delays for motorists traveling through the region.

Authorities urged drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes, including U.S. 1, while emergency crews and investigators worked at the scene.

The full extent of the traffic impact and timeline for reopening lanes was not immediately known.

The Florida Highway Patrol is leading the investigation into the crash.

At this time, troopers have not released information about:

• The number of vehicles involved
• Whether anyone was injured or killed
• What led up to the crash

Officials are expected to release additional details as the investigation progresses and more information becomes available.

Crashes involving semi-tractor trailers often result in extensive roadway closures due to their size, cargo, and potential fire hazards. These incidents can create dangerous conditions for other drivers and require complex cleanup and reconstruction efforts.

Authorities continue to urge motorists to drive cautiously, especially when traveling near large commercial vehicles and through active crash scenes.