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Two Separate Incidents Shut Lanes on SR-528 Near Dallas Boulevard

A medical helicopter evacuated crash victims after a morning wreck, followed by an evening car fire that widened backups on the Beach Line.

Overview

  • A multi-vehicle crash closed all westbound lanes of SR-528 near Dallas Boulevard in Orange County, prompting a full road shutdown and heavy emergency response.
  • Troopers and on-scene crews reported injuries from the morning collision and a medical helicopter landed to transport at least one patient.
  • Westbound drivers were redirected to exit at State Road 520 because the stretch near Innovation Way and Dallas Boulevard has limited ramp access.
  • Later the same day a car fire pulled into the median shut eastbound lanes of SR-528, fire crews worked to extinguish the blaze and the Florida Highway Patrol reported no injuries.
  • The Beach Line’s long stretches with few exits magnified delays for commuters and travelers between Brevard and Orange counties, and authorities continue to provide detour guidance and live updates.