Broward County, FL - A semi-truck driver sustained serious injuries following a rollover accident on Alligator Alley, leading to an extensive rescue operation and airlift to a local hospital.
The incident occurred around 7:30 a.m. near Mile Marker 40 on Interstate 75, commonly known as Alligator Alley.
Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue (BSFR) responded to reports of an overturned semi-tractor trailer at the scene
Upon arrival, BSFR crews discovered the approximately 40-year-old male driver trapped inside the cab of the overturned truck, suffering from significant leg injuries.
The driver was heavily entangled within the wreckage, necessitating a complex and prolonged extrication process.
Firefighters provided continuous medical treatment to the driver during the 90-minute rescue operation.
Once freed, he was stabilized and airlifted via BSFR MEDIVAC helicopter to Broward Health Fort Lauderdale as a Level 1 Trauma Alert.
Despite the severity of his injuries, they are not considered life-threatening.
The Florida Highway Patrol has assumed responsibility for investigating the cause of the rollover crash.
No other vehicles were reported to be involved, and no additional injuries have been disclosed.