SUMTER COUNTY, FLORIDA — All northbound lanes of Interstate 75 have reopened after a semi-truck rollover crash shut down the roadway for several hours early Wednesday morning near the Marion-Sumter County line.
The crash occurred around 5 a.m. near mile marker 335, when a tractor-trailer transporting pallets overturned and blocked all northbound travel lanes.
Driver Fell Asleep Behind the Wheel
According to Florida Highway Patrol, the 29-year-old driver from Jacksonville was traveling northbound when he fell asleep and lost control of the truck.
Traffic cameras showed the semi-truck on its side across the interstate, creating a full roadblock and bringing traffic to a standstill throughout the morning hours.
Lanes Reopened After Hours-Long Shutdown
Authorities said the overturned truck was cleared from the roadway around 10 a.m., allowing all lanes to reopen.
Troopers reported the driver suffered minor injuries and did not require transport to a hospital.
The crash caused significant delays as northbound traffic remained backed up for hours before crews were able to remove the wreckage.
The incident remains under investigation.
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