PASCO COUNTY, FL – Preparations and evacuations continue across much of Florida as powerful Hurricane Milton bears down on the state’s West Coast. According to the Associated Press, the hurricane was once again upgraded to a Category 5 on Tuesday as it moved across the eastern Gulf of Mexico. It…
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News: Hurricane Helene caused tree to crash onto High Springs fire truck
HIGH SPRINGS, FL – Among the many vehicles damaged across Florida by Hurricane Helene was one of the High Springs Fire Department’s fire trucks. According to a WCJB report, Tanker 29 was responding to a structure fire during the hurricane when the firefighter on board encountered downed wires on Northwest…
Hernando County Issues Mandatory Evacuation Orders for Hurricane Milton
While Spring Hill, Brooksville, and the rest of Hernando County are still cleaning up the damage from Hurricane Helene, Hernando County Emergency Management has issued mandatory evacuation orders starting at 8am on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 due to the category 5 Hurricane Milton expected to make landfall on Wednesday, October…
News: Hundreds of homes, buildings damaged in Citrus and Hernando counties by Hurricane Helene
HERNANDO COUNTY, FL – Florida residents are continuing to clean up and assess the damage left behind by Hurricane Helene. A report by WTVT states that at least 500 homes in Hernando County and about 300 buildings in Citrus County sustained major damage, with the Citrus damage estimated at about…
News: Man facing DUI charges for fatal accident in The Villages
THE VILLAGES, FL – Authorities said an alleged drunk driver is now facing charges over a fatal 2023 accident in The Villages, according to the Ocala StarBanner. 56-year-old Gerald Antonio Palomba was arrested for the incident that happened in the area of County Road 42 and Belle Meade Circle. He…
News: Damage from Hurricane Helene results in $657M in insurance losses in Florida
TALLAHASSEE, FL – Damage from the effects of Hurricane Helene has resulted in an estimated $657 million in insurance losses in Florida so far, according to a WUWF report. Data from Florida’s Office of Insurance Regulation showed that the losses increased to that total on Tuesday, up from $507 million…
News: Tree toppled by Hurricane Helene crashes through school bus window in Seminole County
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL – A student in Seminole County narrowly escaped injury following an accident Friday morning caused by the destructive force of Hurricane Helene. WOFL reported details of the incident and spoke with the 8th grader about what happened. He was riding on a school bus headed for Teague…
Here’s What Happens After a Bike Crash
Following a bicycle accident with a car, call 911 immediately to report the occurrence and obtain any necessary medical assistance. After experiencing something like this, you may feel shocked and find it difficult to plan your next course of action. However, the steps you take immediately after the accident are…
News: Passenger killed when highway sign falls on car on I-4 during Hurricane Helene
TAMPA, FL – A traffic fatality in the Tampa area last week was linked to the effects of Hurricane Helene, according to the Miami Herald. The Florida Highway Patrol said the incident occurred Thursday night along Interstate 4 near Ybor City at about 7:49 p.m. The FHP said a 61-year-old…
6 Ways a Car Accident Lawyer Can Help You in Florida
Car accidents can be extremely stressful, leaving victims with physical injuries, emotional distress, and financial burdens. Navigating the aftermath of a Florida car accident can be difficult, particularly when dealing with insurance companies and legal proceedings. A Florida Car Accident Lawyer can be quite helpful in this situation. Following a car…