Overturned Crane Truck Blocks Eastbound Manatee Avenue, Traffic Cleared
Eastbound Manatee Avenue experienced significant traffic disruption Tuesday morning after a vehicle transporting a crane overturned near 25th Street East, causing damage to nearby power lines. The accident occurred in the late morning, prompting an immediate response from emergency crews and Florida Power & Light (FPL).
The damaged power lines added to the scene's complexity, requiring FPL to secure the area before the crane could be safely removed. Wreckers were dispatched to assist in the clearing efforts.
By early afternoon, crews had successfully reopened all lanes of eastbound Manatee Avenue, restoring normal traffic flow. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the accident remains under investigation. Motorists are advised to stay cautious when traveling through the area as clean-up operations conclude.