Fuel Spill Shuts Down I-595 Westbound Lanes After Truck Collision

Two drivers injured in multi-vehicle accident near Davie Road interchange

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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A collision involving two trucks on Interstate 595 in Davie, Florida left two drivers injured and caused a fuel spill of nearly 4,000 gallons, shutting down the highway's westbound lanes as crews worked to clean up the spill ahead of the evening rush hour.

Why it matters

The closure of I-595 westbound lanes due to the accident and fuel spill will likely cause significant traffic delays and congestion for commuters in West Broward County, one of the busier transportation corridors in the region.

The details

The accident occurred shortly before 9 a.m. at the Davie Road interchange when a tanker truck transporting fuel rear-ended a van, causing the tanker to roll over and spill the majority of its 4,000 gallon load. A semi-truck then swerved to avoid the accident and struck the tanker. Both drivers from the involved vehicles were taken to the hospital with minor injuries.

  • The accident occurred shortly before 9 a.m. on February 11, 2026.
  • As of mid-afternoon, the westbound lanes of I-595 remained closed as crews worked to clean up the fuel spill.

The players

Florida Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency investigating the accident and overseeing the response.

Broward Sheriff's Office

The county fire and rescue department that sent a technical rescue team to stop the fuel leak and contain the spill.

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What they’re saying

“A straight tanker truck transporting fuel rear ended a van then rolled onto its side spilling the majority of the 4,000 gallons of fuel. A semi-truck swerved to avoid, struck the tanker, then another vehicle.”

— Lt. Indiana Miranda, Public Information Officer, Florida Highway Patrol (sun-sentinel.com)

What’s next

The Florida Highway Patrol will continue investigating the cause of the accident, and the westbound lanes of I-595 are expected to remain closed through the evening rush hour as crews work to fully clean up the fuel spill.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the potential for major traffic disruptions and environmental hazards when large commercial vehicles are involved in collisions, underscoring the importance of safe driving practices and effective emergency response procedures on busy highways like I-595.