Traffic Alert: Putnam County Fire Rescue at scene of crash with ‘heavy to extreme danger’

May 14, 2024 at 5:49 pm EDT

Major crash Putnam County Fire Rescue is on scene of a "major" crash involving several vehicles and a semi-truck. (Putnam County Fire Rescue Local 3529)

May 14, 2024 at 5:49 pm EDT

INTERLACHEN, Fla. — Several vehicles and a semi-truck were involved in a “major” crash in Putnam County.

Fire Rescue sent out the traffic alert early Tuesday evening.

“Major motor vehicle crash near 175 S. County Road 315 involving several vehicles and a semi-truck trailer,” the department said. “Heavy to extreme danger.”

First responders declared a trauma alert.

Fire Rescue is warning drivers to avoid South County Road 315 near Mary Wisham Park. Use alternate routes such as South Francis St. to Strickland or Sleepy Hollow around to 315.

This is a developing story.

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