Semi-truck hauling Teslas catches fire, shuts down Turnpike and I-95 in Hobe Sound

Published
June 20, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Hobe Sound, Florida
near Mile Marker 120 on Florida's Turnpike and Interstate 95
Incident type
Fire, Semi truck

Summary

Semi Truck Crash Hobe Sound Florida in Hobe Sound, Florida: A semi-truck car hauler transporting six Tesla vehicles caught fire near Mile Marker 120 in Hobe Sound late Friday night, according to Martin County Fire Rescue. Firefighters responded just before 11 p.m., and shifting winds worsened smoke and fire conditions, prompting the closure of northbound and southbound lanes of Interstate 95 and all lanes of Florida's Turnpike in the area. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation. The roadway was reopened by Saturday morning.

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Semi-truck hauling Teslas catches fire, shuts down Turnpike and I-95 in Hobe Sound

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