Lake Wales, FL – A serious traffic collision at the intersection of Highway 27 and Presidents Drive earlier today had completely shut down the southbound lanes of Hwy 27 Monday afternoon. As of 2:30pm PCSO advised the roadway was now open.
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The crash occurred shortly after 1:00 p.m., prompting a large response from Polk County Fire Rescue. Multiple emergency units arrived on scene, including medical and fire crews.
One adult has been declared a trauma alert and is being transported by medical helicopter. The helicopter landing zone was established at the Warner University football field. A pediatric patient was also involved in the crash but was not classified as a trauma alert.
Drivers are urged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes, as the southbound lanes of Hwy 27 will remain closed while emergency crews work the scene. A power line is now also down in the area. Appears a semi tractor trailer may have clipped it during the accident. Additional law enforcement requested as drivers are driving over power lines!
Duke Energy had issued a statement that power was out for customers in the surrounding area. However, they just issued an update advising power was back on now.
Further details on the extent of injuries and when the roadway will reopen have not yet been released.
