3 people injured in multi-vehicle crash on I-95 near Emerson Street

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Three people were injured after a multi-vehicle crash involving hazardous material blocked southbound lanes on Interstate 95 near Emerson Street during rush hour.

The Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department said the three people were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Traffic backup extended for miles as drivers merged into one lane and crews worked to clear the crash.

Emergency officials have not released any details about the crash.

A video posted on Facebook shows extensive damage to at least six vehicles, including a semitruck.