Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes Northbound State Road 693 in Pinellas County
A multi-vehicle crash has closed all northbound lanes of State Road 693 in Pinellas County, at the intersection of Ulmerton Road.
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, September 16, 2026 — A significant traffic disruption is underway in Pinellas County as a multi-vehicle crash has led to the closure of all northbound lanes on State Road 693. The incident occurred at the intersection of Ulmerton Road, a key thoroughfare for local commuters and travelers.
Authorities have confirmed that the collision involved multiple vehicles, necessitating the immediate closure of the northbound lanes of State Road 693. The exact number of vehicles involved has not been provided. The intersection of State Road 693 and Ulmerton Road is a busy junction, and the closure is expected to cause substantial delays for traffic heading northbound. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes and anticipate extended travel times in the affected area.
Details regarding the cause of the multi-vehicle crash were not immediately available. Information concerning potential injuries or fatalities resulting from the incident has also not been released by official sources. The duration of the closure remains uncertain, and updates on the reopening of the northbound lanes of State Road 693 are expected as the situation develops.
Emergency services are reportedly on the scene, working to manage the aftermath of the crash and to clear the roadway as efficiently and safely as possible. Further details regarding the investigation into the incident and any official statements from law enforcement or transportation departments are pending. The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office or the Florida Highway Patrol is likely leading the investigation, but their specific involvement status was not detailed.
Commuters planning to travel on State Road 693 northbound are encouraged to monitor local traffic reports for the latest information on road closures and estimated reopening times. The contractor responsible for any immediate cleanup or traffic management was not identified.
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