News Summary
A tragic accident on the Buckman Bridge led to the closure of all southbound lanes for nearly seven hours, resulting in significant traffic backups. A semi truck and a pickup truck collided, with the driver of the pickup pronounced dead at the scene. As emergency units worked to clear the scene, traffic was rerouted, causing widespread delays throughout the area. The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the incident, which has raised concerns about road safety during peak hours.
Jacksonville – A fatal crash on the Buckman Bridge early on June 30, 2025, resulted in the closure of all southbound lanes for nearly seven hours, leading to significant traffic delays in the area. The collision involved a semi truck and a pickup truck and was reported to authorities around 6 a.m., during the bustling morning rush hour.
The Florida Highway Patrol has confirmed that the accident resulted in injuries, drawing the attention of multiple emergency response units to the scene. Tragically, the driver of the pickup truck, a 28-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene. He was wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash, but unfortunately, he collided with the back of a disabled box truck that was stationary in the left emergency lane.
The driver of the box truck, a 43-year-old man, along with a 27-year-old passenger, managed to escape serious injury, although the passenger did sustain minor injuries. Following the crash, traffic on Interstate 10 began to back up significantly, with cameras capturing mounting queues on I-10 East and at the intersection of Roosevelt Boulevard.
Due to the complexities of the scene, which necessitated extensive clearance efforts from emergency personnel, the Florida Highway Patrol closed the two right lanes on I-10 before Stockton Street. Traffic was rerouted onto U.S. 17 and Blanding Boulevard as part of the diversion efforts, causing even more congestion in the surrounding neighborhoods.
Reports of delays were widespread, particularly on the Shands Bridge, as drivers sought alternative routes to avoid the affected area. By 12:45 p.m., the southbound lanes of the Buckman Bridge were finally reopened, allowing traffic to resume flow after a prolonged disruption that affected many commuters and residents.
The incident, which has raised concerns about road safety and traffic management during peak hours, is currently under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol. Authorities are focusing on understanding the precise circumstances that led to the collision and assessing potential factors leading to the fatal outcome.
Motorists are urged to remain cautious on the roads and stay updated on traffic conditions, especially during busy times. The tragedies on highways are a stark reminder of the importance of safe driving practices and the need for effective emergency responses to accidents. More information will likely emerge as the investigation progresses, shedding light on the multitude of events that culminated in this unfortunate crash.
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Road Safety
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