Crash involving semi-trucks shuts down part of I-4 in downtown Orlando

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ORLANDO, Fla. — A crash involving at least two semi-trucks has a section of Interstate 4 shut down Friday morning in downtown Orlando.

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The crash happened around 5 a.m. on eastbound I-4 near Washington Street.

According to the Florida Department of Transportation, all eastbound lanes of I-4 are shut down in the area.

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Data shows the crash is also being handled as a hazmat response due to a fuel spill from the semi.

FDOT video shows two semi-trucks have collided with one jackknifed around the other in the roadway.

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It’s unclear how long it will take to clear the crash and clean up the spill.

Drivers who plan on using Interstate 4 in Orlando need to use extra caution Friday morning.

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