A tragic accident has led to the closure of the northbound lanes of the Sawgrass Expressway in Coral Springs. The incident occurred near University Drive, prompting a swift response from the Florida Highway Patrol and Coral Springs Police units just before 5 p.m. on Tuesday.
As 7Skyforce flew over the area, officials could be seen on the scene setting up blue tents. A white tarp covered a body lying under a white tent on the side of the road, indicating the severity of the situation. At this time, no information has been released regarding the cause of the accident or the extent of injuries or fatalities.
With all northbound lanes blocked, traffic is being diverted to exit and reenter at Coral Ridge Drive while authorities conduct their investigation. The impact of the closure is also affecting westbound traffic on the Sawgrass Expressway as vehicles are being rerouted away from the area.
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