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I-4 eastbound lanes near Longwood reopen after being shut down due to crash involving multiple vehicles

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Updated  February 5, 2025 10:53pm EST
Seminole County
FOX 35 Orlando

The Brief

    • A multi-vehicle crash shut down the eastbound lanes of Interstate 4 in Longwood on Wednesday.
    • The crash occurred around 4 p.m. and involved seven cars.
    • Two people were taken to a hospital and all the lanes reopened by early evening.

LONGWOOD, Fla. - A crash in Seminole County blocked some eastbound lanes of Interstate 4 during the evening rush hour. 

What we know:

The crash occurred just south of the State Road 434 exit in Longwood. Traffic was backed up to Maitland for several hours, authorities said.

Seven vehicles were involved in the crash which happened just before 4 p.m. with at least two people transported to a hospital. 

What we don't know:

The cause of the crash is still under investigation. The extent of the injuries of the two transported to a hospital are unknown.

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The Source: This story was written based on information shared by Seminole County Fire Rescue and the Florida Department of Transportation.

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