On I-95, location details matter more than a street address.
Start with northbound or southbound. Then give the nearest exit, mile marker, overpass, ramp or other visible roadway reference. If you are safely off the highway at a business or parking area, provide that location instead.
Around West Palm Beach, useful I-95 references include Southern Boulevard at Exit 68, Belvedere Road / Palm Beach International Airport at Exit 69, Okeechobee Boulevard at Exit 70, Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard at Exit 71, and 45th Street at Exit 74.
What to say when you call from I-95
A clear highway location reduces the chance of confusion between northbound and southbound or between nearby exits.
- Northbound or southbound
- Nearest exit number or roadway name
- Shoulder, ramp, gore area or another safe location reference
- Vehicle make/model and what happened
Highway safety before towing arrives
If the vehicle is in an active travel lane, the crash scene is unsafe, or you are in immediate danger, call 911 first. Do not stand next to moving traffic or attempt repairs where you are exposed to highway traffic.
Tow or roadside service on I-95?
A battery, fuel, tire or lockout problem may be a roadside-assistance request, but the exact highway position and safety conditions can determine whether roadside work is appropriate. If the vehicle cannot be handled safely where it is, towing may be necessary.
Frequently asked questions
What location information is best on I-95?
Give northbound or southbound, the nearest exit or mile marker, and where the vehicle is positioned if you can do so safely.
Which I-95 exits are in the West Palm Beach area?
Common references include Southern Boulevard Exit 68, Belvedere Road / PBI Exit 69, Okeechobee Boulevard Exit 70, Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard Exit 71 and 45th Street Exit 74.
What if I am stopped in an active lane?
Treat it as an emergency safety issue. Call 911 and follow emergency instructions.
Can I request roadside assistance instead of a tow on I-95?
Possibly, depending on the problem, vehicle position and safety conditions. Describe the issue and exact location when you call.