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BOCA RATON, FL — Westbound Palmetto Park Road is closed at 9th Avenue because of an accident, Boca Raton Police said in an overnight traffic advisory.
The advisory, sent at 12:17 a.m. Wednesday, said the westbound lanes are closed at 9th Avenue and drivers should seek an alternate route.
The notice did not include details about what led to the crash, how many vehicles were involved, whether anyone was injured, or how long the closure is expected to last.
Palmetto Park Road is a major east-west route in Boca Raton and a regular connector for drivers moving through central parts of the city, including trips to and from neighborhoods, businesses, and other arterial roads. A closure at 9th Avenue can force traffic onto nearby streets and shift overnight and early-morning driving patterns, especially for residents heading out before sunrise.
Boca Raton Police is the agency issuing the advisory and is the point of contact for traffic direction and road closure information tied to this incident within city limits. The advisory did not specify whether other agencies are involved.
What happens next depends on when the crash scene is cleared and the roadway can be reopened. Residents and commuters should plan for detours in the area and allow extra time if their route typically uses westbound Palmetto Park Road through 9th Avenue.
Drivers should watch for updates from Boca Raton Police and follow posted signs and any on-scene direction while the closure remains in place.
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Update (May 27, 2026 at 6:49 PM ET): All lanes of Dixie / Spanish River are now open.
