2 people seriously injured following Orlando crash that shut down SR-408
Two people have been seriously injured following an Orlando crash Friday morning that shut down State Road 408.
Both people were transported to a nearby hospital.
Reports show the crash took place around 5:39 a.m. Friday near the Mills Avenue exit.
ORLANDO, Fla. - Two people have been seriously injured following an Orlando crash Friday morning that shut down State Road 408.
The Orlando Fire Department said two cars were involved in the incident.
Both patients were transported to the hospital on Advanced Life Support, officials said.
The backstory
Reports show the crash took place Friday morning near the downtown area close to the Mills Avenue exit.
The crash blocked three lanes on SR-408.
Traffic was being diverted at Crystal Lake Drive.
Law enforcement officials and first responders both responded to the scene of the crash.
SR-408 opened again following the crash around 7:15 a.m.
The FOX 35 News team is working to learn more details surrounding the incident.
This is a developing story. Check back soon for more updates.
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