A man driving a McLaren on State Road 408 in Orange County died after the vehicle crashed and became engulfed in flames, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A crash on Interstate 4 in Orlando is causing major delays near State Road 408.

When traffic backs up, it can be tempting to leave the main travel lanes and move into the merge lanes to pass.

All lanes of westbound Interstate 4 were temporarily shut down in Orlando due to a crash involving an overturned semitruck, according to police.

A 17-year-old girl was killed early Monday in a rear-end crash on State Road 408 in Orange County that shut down the eastbound lanes for hours overnight, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

There have been some questions about what certain lights mean at that intersection, specifically some blue lights on top of the traffic lights.

Eastbound lanes of State Road 408 were shut down near Orlando after a fatal crash, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Troopers said they spotted two Nissans racing along State Road 408 around 7:35 a.m., weaving through cars amid the morning commute.

A crash on State Road 408 stifled traffic heading into Orlando Thursday morning, according to police.

Today on Patrol, the focus remains east Orange County. We will be conducting a traffic observation at the intersection of State Road 408 and Dean Road.

A crash closes SR-408 in Orange County.

The 25th annual Florida Classic pitting FAMU against BCU in Orlando has prompted deputies and police to designate special event zones near Camping World Stadium.

A crash snarls rush-hour traffic on I-4 in Orlando.

A shooting was reported after a crash at a busy interchange in Orange County.

A crash has closed the ramps to I-4 from S.R. 408 westbound

A carjacking in Orlando leads to a police pursuit on SR-408.

In a release, troopers said the crash happened around 3:34 p.m. near mile marker 20 after a vehicle failed to stop in time.

A driver was taken to the hospital on Monday as Orlando police investigated a crash involving a submerged vehicle at the State Road 408 on-ramp to Interstate 4.

State Road 408 in downtown Orlando will be closed several nights over the weekend for sign installation.

A fatal wreck is investigated in Orange County.

The Central Florida Expressway held a meeting on Monday to provide updates on a project intended to reduce traffic congestion along State Road 408 in Orlando.

A woman was injured after losing control on the State Road 408 exit ramp and crashing into a body of water in Orange County Tuesday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

News 6 has learned the driver who sailed off an East Orange County off-ramp and landed in a retention pond on Alafaya Trail has now died.

Orlando police say a man was found shot and critically injured.

Orange County is making changes after News 6 asked about a S.R. 408 exit where two drivers have now ended up severely injured, one of them dying.

An Orlando man was critically injured Monday morning when a vehicle sped through a traffic light and crashed into a retention pond in Orange County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

At least two crashes Thursday morning on State Road 408 in Orlando blocked lanes of traffic in either direction of the toll road, according to FL 511

A fatal crash has an exit ramp on State Road 408 shut down in Orange County, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

A car fire is creating delays on State Road 408 in Orlando.

A fatal crash is investigated in Orange County.

Eastbound lanes along State Road 408 were blocked off Friday evening following a crash in Orange County, according to FL511.

The push to have a highway memorial marker in honor of 24-year-old Austin Gayne finally happened after the measure passed the state legislature earlier this year.

Two men were killed in a crash on the Florida Turnpike that involved a pickup truck and a stationary tow truck, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A 32-year-old man accused of going 150 mph before crashing into the back of a pickup truck and killing the driver on State Road 408 in November 2021 has been arrested.

SR-408 is shut down due to a car fire.

A reward for information leading to an arrest is being offered after a man was killed when his vehicle was struck by gunfire on State Road 408 in Orlando, according to the Orlando Police Department.

A man was killed after his vehicle was struck by gunfire on State Road 408 in Orlando, police said.

Westbound traffic on State Road 408 was obstructed in Orlando Saturday morning as crews worked to extinguish a burning garbage truck.

S.R. 408 reopens in Orlando after a wrong-way crash.

A fatal crash at I-4 in downtown Orlando has shut down the express lanes and both entrances to I-4 from State Road 408.

Two men were wounded in a shootout in Orlando, police say.

Two men were wounded in a shootout in Orlando, police say.

A car is pulled from a pond in downtown Orlando.

Forty-three cars involved in multiple crashes on State Road 408 in Orange County created major backups Friday, according to the Orlando Fire Department.

State Road 408 in Orlando has reopened after a driver was killed when a vehicle crashed into two fire trucks, police said.

A Fort Lauderdale man was pronounced dead after he was found unconscious Friday night in a car that was stopped in a median on State Road 408, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A vehicle on fire on State Road 408 has some lanes of the highway blocked in Orlando.

A semitrailer overturned Monday morning in a fiery crash that is creating delays on State Road 408 in Orange County.

Two people are dead after a crash involving multiple vehicles and at least one pedestrian in Orlando.

A crash forces officials to close State Road 408 in Orlando.

A man suffers life-threatening injuries in a shooting at an Orange County apartment complex.

A person was killed in crash on Anderson Street just east of Mills Avenue in Orlando on Thursday night, according to police.

An Ocoee man was fatally struck by a car that drove away from the scene of the crash and was later found abandoned Saturday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

State Road 408 is closed in Orange County due to a fatal crash.

Orange County firefighters responded to a business fire early Friday morning.

The eastbound lanes of State Road 408 are closed after a truck hauling granite slabs lost its load on the roadway.

A crash on I-4 westbound left a saddle tank leaking fuel and caused traffic to be reduced to one lane between Colonial Drive and State Road 408, according to the Orlando Fire Department.

Lake Mary police say they have made an arrest in a hit-and-run crash that killed a woman last month.

Drivers will notice a new change on State Road 408.

A police chase in Orlando leads to the arrest of two.

A man was shot and killed in Orange County, deputies say.

ORLANDO, Fla. – A “ground depression” forced authorities to close a major exit ramp in Orlando, officials said. The Orange Avenue exit ramp (10B) off State Road 408 was closed Wednesday morning because of the depression. One lane of the ramp was reopened around 11:30 a.m.[TRENDING: Gaetz investigated over relationship | Disney paying workers who get vaccine | Dozens get COVID after vaccine shots]Officials said the depression into Lake Lucerne is affecting the bottom of the exit ramp. It’s not known what caused the depression or how long the exit ramp will be closed. https://t.co/RK5sJIJwsg pic.twitter.com/zvgIu6CUbx — Mark Lehman (@MarkLehman6) March 31, 2021** ORANGE AVE RAMP CLOSED **EB SR-408 to Orange Ave- ground depression pic.twitter.com/limCNUzEZJ — Trooper Steve (@TrooperSteve_) March 31, 2021

ORLANDO, Fla. – Downed power lines forced authorities to close two major toll roads Thursday in Orange County, but they were later reopened. State Road 408 was shut down in both directions from Dean to Goldenrod roads. State Road 417 was closed in both directions from Curry Ford Road to Colonial Drive. ALERT: Due to several downed power lines, the 408 (East/West Expwy) is shut down in both directions between Dean & Goldenrod roads, and the 417 is shut down in both directions between Curry Ford Rd and Colonial Dr. pic.twitter.com/N7XWpKcAjV — Orange County Sheriff's Office (@OrangeCoSheriff) March 4, 2021**TRAFFIC ALERT **NB SR-417 x SR-408- NB CLOSED- waiting on @FHPOrlando for further details- Traffic exiting at Curry Ford pic.twitter.com/IEyWsmxiDq — Trooper Steve (@TrooperSteve_) March 4, 2021Use the form below to sign up for the ClickOrlando.com 4pm Trending newsletter, sent every weekday.

Three adults and two children were hospitalized following a crash on State Road 408 on Sunday, according to Orange County Fire Rescue. The crash occurred westbound on State Road 408 between Pine Hills and Kirkman Road, authorities said. Two adults were taken on trauma alerts to Orlando Health, two children were taken to Arnold Palmer hospital and another adult was taken to Orlando Health, authorities said.

ORLANDO, Fla. – A driver was killed Thursday morning after crashing his vehicle into a concrete wall and falling 28 feet, according to Orlando police. The crash was reported at 8:30 a.m. near the on-ramp of State Road 408 and Lake Underhill Road. The vehicle then fell 28 feet into a wooded area. AdA landscape worker called 911 after finding the crash. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene.

Drivers will soon be able to hit the gas pedal a little more along a portion of State Road 408 in Orange County. During a meeting Thursday, Central Florida Expressway Authority board members voted unanimously to increase the speed limit from 55 to 60 mph along State Road 408, between Kirkman Road and Chickasaw Trail. Along 408 in Orange County, drivers go from a 65 mph speed limit to 55 in both directions. Engineers said State Road 408 is nearly 50 years old, and that increasing the speed limit even more would require costly construction and changes to the roadway. With the board’s approval of the speed limit change, 55 new signs will be created costing about $125,000.

ORLANDO, Fla. – After a tow truck worker was critically injured in Orlando, a group of tow trucks came to brighten his night. A fleet of tow trucks drove by the hospital to show their support for their fellow worker as he works on recovering from his injuries. “We all showed up down there to make sure Austin knew that we fully supported him and we’re pulling for him.”According to Lucas, all types of tow truck companies showed up. AdThe tow truck drivers are hoping that their efforts will help drivers to follow Florida’s “Move Over” law. The mechanic and the driver of the car were also injured and taken to the hospital.

ORLANDO, Fla. – A man was killed and a woman was critically wounded Thursday night in a double shooting in Orange County, according to deputies. The shooting was reported around 7:25 p.m. at the Highpoint Club Apartments off Rouse Road between Colonial Drive and State Road 408. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office said deputies were called to the apartments and found the man and woman, both of whom were suffering from a gunshot wound. The woman, in her 20s, was taken to a hospital in critical condition, according to deputies. No other details have been released, but sheriff’s officials said detectives are not searching for anyone in connection to the shooting.

ORLANDO, Fla. – A car and motorcycle collided late Monday in Orlando, killing a man and prompting police to close State Road 408 for hours. The fatal crash was reported around 11:55 p.m. on eastbound State Road 408 at Conway Road. According to Orlando police, both riders on the motorcycle were ejected in the crash. The other passenger was taken to a hospital but is expected to survive, police said. It’s not known if anyone in the car was injured.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A rabies alert has been issued for the Delaney Park area after an otter tested positive for the deadly virus on Tuesday. Officials said anyone who has been bitten or scratched by a wild animal should contact the Florida Department of Health in Orange County at 407-858-1420. Health officials provided the following advice:All pets should have current rabies immunizations. If bitten or scratched by a suspected rabid animal, wash the wound immediately with soap and water, seek medical attention and promptly report the incident. Visit the Department of Health’s website or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s website for more information about rabies.

ORLANDO, Fla. – A woman found ablaze died Tuesday morning at an Orlando house in what authorities have deemed a suspicious death. Orlando police officers doused the flames and tended to the woman, who was on fire, officials said. Orlando firefighters then took over rescue efforts, but the woman died at the scene, according to authorities. Officials said a suspicious death investigation has been launched. Police said the woman’s death is not being investigated as a homicide and there’s no danger to the community.

ORLANDO, Fla. – A semi carrying eggs overturned and caught fire on I-4 in Orlando, prompting officials to close the interstate. I-4 east is closed Wednesday morning just before the exit to eastbound State Road 408. “Units are working to rescue one person in the crash,” Orlando police tweeted, later adding that the driver was conscious and talking. UPDATE: Semi driver is concious and talking after being pulled from the wreckage on I-4 EB at the 408 EB ramp. pic.twitter.com/p2pyl2ax6O — Orlando Police (@OrlandoPolice) October 14, 2020*** TRAFFIC ALERT ***EB I-4 x Kaley Ave - SHUTDOWN- Overturned Semi .. carrying eggs- EB lanes CLOSEDAlt: Exit at OBT take north to SR-408 pic.twitter.com/sVc5BQMDTk — Trooper Steve (@TrooperSteve_) October 14, 2020

ORLANDO, Fla. – A new flyover ramp is open connecting westbound State Road 408 to westbound I-4. I-4 Ultimate officials call the new flyover the "crown jewel" of the project. The 120-foot tall flyover opened on Sunday. I-4 Ultimate officials said traffic is down 15% because of the COVID-19 pandemic. “Drivers should avoid distractions, adjust their speed, and allow plenty of time to navigate the I-4 Ultimate work zone.”

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Drivers who usually take eastbound State Road 408 to Orange Avenue will need to use a detour for the next six months starting Monday. The closure will take place so crews can demolish the existing ramp and build a new one that will accommodate for a wider State Road 408 East. “To access Orange Avenue, motorists will need to use the exit to Mills Avenue (Exit 11B), where tolls will be suspended for the duration of the closure. A nonsignalized U-turn will be created on Mills Avenue under S.R. 408, allowing motorists to then enter South Street toward downtown Orlando,” the Florida Department of Transportation wrote on a web page announcing the closure.

Published: March 25, 2020, 9:51 am Updated: March 25, 2020, 11:39 amORLANDO, Fla. – A child was injured Wednesday morning in a crash that has forced officials to close State Road 408 in Orange County. Eastbound S.R. 408 is shut down from John Young Parkway to Orange Blossom Trail. Orlando fire officials said a single-vehicle crash happened on the off-ramp of S.R. The child was taken to Arnold Palmer Hospital as a trauma alert, officials said.

ORLANDO, Fla. – State Road 408 at Interstate 4 reopened Thursday night, about an hour after it was shut down due to loose scaffolding, windy conditions and debris, according to the Orlando Police Department. “The loose pieces were removed and the remaining support brackets of the scaffolding are secure,” Orlando police said. The road reopened in both directions around 7 p.m. “After investigating the situation, the decision was made by law enforcement to close the road,” FDOT communications manager Steve Olson said. After a thorough inspection of the area, law enforcement reopened the roadway in coordination with FDOT.