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Dump Truck Slams Into Overpass on Florida's Turnpike in Broward

NBC 6

A dump truck slammed into an overpass on the Florida's Turnpike in Broward Tuesday, causing a closure and heavy backups.

The crash happened at around 1:30 p.m. in the northbound lanes of the Turnpike near Sheridan Street.

Florida Highway Patrol investigators said the dump truck crashed into the Sheridan Street overpass and kept going.

All northbound lanes were closed after the crash left debris strewn over the highway.

At least one lane later reopened.

The crash also caused traffic along Sheridan Street near State Road 7 to be redirected.

No other information was immediately known.

Check back with NBC 6 for updates.

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