Five‑Vehicle Crash Blocks Northbound BR‑101 Near Palhoça, Brazil

A collision involving five vehicles on the northbound lane of BR‑101 near the Jardim Eldorado neighborhood of Palhoça caused a partial blockage of the highway. The incident, which occurred at kilometer 212, triggered slow traffic and significant delays for drivers heading toward Florianópolis. Municipal guard Ricardo Pastrana reported that emergency services and the highway concessionaire responded to clear the scene and remove the vehicles. No details have been released about injuries or the identities of those involved.

The blockage highlights ongoing traffic safety concerns on one of southern Brazil’s main corridors, with authorities urging motorists to avoid the area while cleanup continues.