Multi-vehicle crash leaves Florida’s I-95 blanketed in spuds
On Wednesday, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) responded to a crash involving commercial vehicles that resulted in a big spud spill.
The crash occurred around 12:30 p.m. on April 5 in St. John’s County, Florida.
FHP says that two tractor trailers and two cars collided on I-95 northbound at mile marker 307.
No serious injuries were reported.
One of the trucks overturned and spilled hundreds of pounds of potatoes near the shoulder of I-95.
I-95 reopened around 2:30 p.m.
FHP quipped, “We have ‘mashed’ together resources to clear the roadway as quickly as possible” and “Spud-tacular job with getting traffic flowing again!“
🥔⚠️🥔Traffic Yam Ahead🥔⚠️🥔
I-95 northbound @ MM 307 is completely blocked by crash involving two tractor trailers and two passenger cars. A large amount of potatoes were spilled from overturned tractor trailer. Traffic is being rerouted onto State Road 206. Please avoid area. pic.twitter.com/x7LzYj1cUD
— FHPJacksonville (@FHPJacksonville) April 5, 2023