OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. – Interstate 4 (I-4) is experiencing significant disruptions near Champions Gate in Osceola County following a hazardous materials crash involving fertilizer. While eastbound lanes on I-4 have now reopened, the westbound lanes at Mile Marker 59 remain closed.
The initial incident, which occurred earlier today, prompted a full closure of the interstate in both directions. Emergency crews have successfully cleared the eastbound lanes, allowing traffic to resume. However, the cleanup and investigation of the hazardous material spill are continuing in the westbound lanes.
Westbound Detour (No Change): All westbound I-4 traffic continues to be diverted off at Exit 62 to World Drive. Drivers wishing to continue westbound on I-4 should then take U.S. 192 westbound, followed by U.S. 27 southbound, before rejoining I-4 westbound.
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The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is urging all motorists to drive safely and avoid the still-affected westbound area if possible. FDOT is actively adjusting traffic signal timing in the vicinity to help manage the flow of diverted traffic, but congestion is anticipated, particularly for westbound commuters.
For real-time traffic conditions and updates, motorists are encouraged to visit FL511.com or utilize the Florida 511 app. The duration of the westbound closure is currently unknown, and emergency crews are on scene working diligently to clear the hazardous material and reopen the roadway. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.
ORIGINAL REPORT: Interstate 4 (I-4) is currently closed in both directions at Mile Marker 59 near Champions Gate in Osceola County following a serious crash involving hazardous materials. The incident, which occurred earlier today, involves a spill of fertilizer, prompting a full closure of the interstate in both eastbound and westbound lanes.
Authorities are diverting all traffic around the affected area, and motorists are advised to expect significant delays and seek alternative routes.
Westbound Detour: All westbound I-4 traffic is being diverted off at Exit 62 to World Drive. Drivers wishing to continue westbound on I-4 should then take U.S. 192 westbound, followed by U.S. 27 southbound, before rejoining I-4 westbound.
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Eastbound Detour: Eastbound I-4 traffic is being directed off at Exit 58 at County Road 532 (ChampionsGate). Motorists intending to continue eastbound on I-4 should travel westbound on Ronald Reagan Parkway, then northbound on U.S. 27, and finally eastbound on U.S. 192, before returning to I-4 eastbound.
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is urging all motorists to drive safely and avoid the area if possible. FDOT is actively adjusting traffic signal timing in the vicinity to help manage the flow of diverted traffic, but congestion is anticipated.
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