ALACHUA COUNTY, FL – Two vehicles were involved in a deadly head-on collision in Alachua County on Sunday evening, WJXT reported.
The wreck occurred shortly before 7 p.m. along State Road 121, where a car crashed into a pickup truck. The driver of the car, a 48-year-old man from Spring Hill, was killed. The FHP said he was not wearing a seat belt.
The 61-year-old driver of the pickup sustained minor injuries. That motorist was wearing a seat belt.
PASCO COUNTY, FL – The Florida Highway Patrol said one person died following an accident involving an all-terrain vehicle in Pasco County.
A report by WTSP states that the incident occurred on a private road behind a gas station in Shady Hills Road Sunday night. The FHP said the ATV driver lost control while driving in circles and the vehicle overturned.
The front seat passenger, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and then was run over by the vehicle, causing fatal injuries. According to state troopers, the driver ran away from the scene but was located a short distance away.
LAKE COUNTY, FL – State troopers responded to two separate accidents along Florida’s Turnpike in Lake County on Sunday morning, WESH reported.
Both occurred in the northbound lanes near mile marker 285 in Groveland at about 9:22 a.m. The Florida Highway Patrol said the first incident happened when a driver failed to stop for the car ahead, resulting in a chain-reaction collision that involved a total of eight vehicles.
Then, an SUV driver in the turnpike’s inside lane failed to stop for the previous accident, swerved to the right and struck a van in the outside lane, causing the van to overturn.
Since it gets darker earlier now due to “falling back,” many of us will probably be traveling home in the dark after work. This time of year is regarded as one of the riskiest for driving because of the time difference and the reduced nighttime visibility. The National Safety Council found that fatal crashes are three times more likely to occur at night than during daylight hours due to reduced visibility.
Our bodies have natural clocks, so even if it is early, our bodies may interpret it as bedtime if it is dark outside, regardless of the time on a clock. The first few days traveling home after the time shift are the most difficult. The time shift coincides with Drowsy Driving Prevention Week, which takes place from November 3 to November 9, 2024.
There are difficulties when driving at night. Driving at night is riskier than driving during the day due to a combination of factors such as poor sight, glare from other cars, and exhaustion. However, you can drive more safely after sunset if you take the appropriate safety measures. Here are some essential tips for staying safe when driving in the dark, whether it be morning, afternoon, or night.
MARION COUNTY, FL – The Florida Highway Patrol has released details of an accident Thursday night that claimed the life of an Ocala man.
The Ocala StarBanner reports the incident took place on Southwest 103rd Street Road near 62nd Avenue Road in southwest Marion County.
The FHP’s investigation found that the driver of an SUV was going south on 62nd Avenue Road shortly before 9:45 p.m. and stopped at a four-way stop at the intersection with Southwest 103rd Street Road.
ALACHUA COUNTY, FL – State troopers were at the scene of a fatal crash on State Road 45 in Alachua County Wednesday night, reports the Gainesville Sun.
The Florida Highway Patrol said a man was driving a sedan southbound when the accident happened shortly after 11 p.m. near U.S. 41 and Northwest 32nd Avenue. According to the FHP, the vehicle collided with a deer and went off the road. The sedan then went on to the shoulder of the highway, overturned, and crashed into a utility pole.
The driver, a 59-year-old man from High Springs, was ejected. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Halloween is an exciting time of year filled with costumes, decorations, and of course, candy! However, with all the excitement, it is essential to remember that safety should be a priority. Here are some practical Halloween safety tips to ensure a fun, memorable, and safe experience for kids, families, and anyone participating in the spooky festivities.
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PASCO COUNTY, FL – Pasco County is opening a site to give temporary housing to people who have been displaced by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, WFLA reports.
The shelter, Pasco Hope, will be located at 2654 Grand Boulevard in Holiday and is part of a partnership between the county and Catholic Charities.
It will provide temporary housing and support services for people trying to recover from the two devastating hurricanes. Staff members will be on hand around the clock to help with mental health counseling and case management.
DADE CITY, FL – A collision in Dade City on Friday morning sent a motorcycle rider to the hospital, Pasco News Online reported.
The Florida Highway Patrol’s investigation found that the driver of a Jeep Renegade was headed west on Blanton Road near Interstate 75 when he tried to make a U-turn.
The Jeep entered the path of a Yamaha motorcycle going east, and the SUV was hit by the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 34-year-old man from Zephyrhills, was seriously injured.
THE VILLAGES, FL – A vehicle was involved in a collision with a Sumter District School bus in The Villages last Wednesday morning, the Villages-News reports.
According to police, a woman driving a Honda HR-V was trying to make a turn from Canal Street onto County Road 466A when her vehicle hit the school bus. None of the 49 students on board were injured in the incident.
The driver of the Honda was taken to Trailwinds Emergency Room with minor injuries. She was issued a ticket on a charge of failure to yield right of way from a stop sign.
