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Driver crashes tractor-trailer into construction area on US-19 after falling asleep: Florida Highway Patrol

Photo by: Florida Highway Patrol

The southbound lanes of US-19 were closed at Curlew Road after a tractor-trailer crashed into a construction area on Monday morning, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

Officials say the tractor-trailer was transporting palm oil around 9:45 a.m.

A 64-year-old Bristol man fell asleep while driving, according to law enforcement.

Authorities say the driver was taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

According to FHP, crews are working to remove the obstruction and motorists should find alternate southbound travel routes.

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Source: Fox13news

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