Alachua County, FL – Drivers in northeastern Alachua County are facing significant delays this afternoon after a serious crash shut down all northbound lanes on US Highway 301 near County Road 1469.
According to the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and Fire Rescue crews responded shortly after the incident was reported Wednesday. Emergency personnel remain on scene as they work to manage traffic, assess injuries, and clear the roadway. Officials said at least one person suffered a serious injury in the crash.
The closure is impacting travel near the communities northeast of Gainesville and along the heavily used US 301 corridor, a major route connecting Alachua County with Bradford and Clay counties. Drivers in Waldo, Hawthorne, and nearby rural areas may experience extended delays as detours fill with diverted traffic.
Authorities have not released an estimated reopening time for the affected section of US 301. With first responders still working the scene and all northbound lanes shut down, motorists are urged to avoid the area entirely if possible and use alternate routes, including State Road 24 or County Road 1474.
Officials said additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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