Gainesville, Florida – An injury crash shut down SW 62nd Avenue at SW Williston Road in Gainesville on Friday.
According to the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and rescue personnel responded to the intersection following reports of a vehicle crash involving injuries. Authorities said the roadway was closed in all directions as emergency crews worked at the scene.
The sheriff’s office issued a traffic alert advising drivers to avoid the area and seek alternate routes. It was not immediately clear how many vehicles were involved or the severity of the reported injuries.
The intersection of SW 62nd Avenue and SW Williston Road is a well-traveled corridor in southwest Gainesville, connecting residential neighborhoods with major routes and commercial areas. The closure likely caused delays for commuters traveling through the area during the afternoon hours.
Officials have not released additional details about what may have led to the crash. Motorists were urged to use caution and follow posted detours while crews remained on scene.
Drivers, including students and workers commuting through the southwest Gainesville area, may want to allow extra travel time until the roadway fully reopens.
No further information has been released at this time. Updates are expected as the investigation continues.
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