A traffic incident this morning has caused major disruption on one of Jacksonville's main roads. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office reported a crash with injuries on Southside Boulevard, resulting in the closure of all southbound lanes near the intersection with Baymeadows, as stated by First Coast News.
The collision occurred early in the day, around 7:30 a.m., causing significant traffic delays. Alternate routes were quickly set up, redirecting southbound vehicles onto nearby service roads, as reported by Action News Jax. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office has not yet released details about the cause of the crash or the extent of the injuries.
Motorists were advised to avoid the area due to significant backups along the boulevard. According to local reporter Joe who shared traffic updates on his X account, there is heavy traffic, and commuters are urged to find alternate routes.
TRAFFIC- Serious accident SB on Southside at Como Lake - ALL lanes closed and traffic diverted on to the service road - avoid the area if possible as it’s backed up pretty far on SB Southside Blvd @FCN2go #KatiesCommuters pic.twitter.com/RkwHYgzYeT
— Joe (@tvjoe12) October 11, 2024
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office has not yet provided an estimated time for when the lanes will reopen, and details about the incident remain limited. Commuters can expect ongoing delays as the investigation continues and roadwork is underway. Those driving in the area should plan for extra travel time or consider using alternative routes until traffic returns to normal.
