Florida
Florida’s Deadliest Roadways
FLORIDA- Southfloridareporter.com writes that Florida’s roadways are some of the deadliest in the nation. When it comes to the most dangerous road, Interstate 4 takes the top spot. That busy road runs past some of Florida’s most popular spots for tourists, such as SeaWorld and Walt Disney World. In terms of deaths per mile, … [Read more...] about Florida’s Deadliest Roadways
Hurricane Michael Caused an Estimated $6-10 Billion in Insured Losses
FLORIDA- InsuranceBusinessMag.com writes that damage from Hurricane Michael likely caused somewhere between $6 billion and $10 billion worth of insured losses. Hurricane Michael struck land on Wednesday, October 10, 2018, with such strength that it was nearly a Category 5 storm. The winds were reaching 155 mph making the storm the … [Read more...] about Hurricane Michael Caused an Estimated $6-10 Billion in Insured Losses
Disaster Insurance: What is Covered After a Hurricane
FLORIDA- Marketwatch.com reports that not all damage done to homes in a hurricane will be covered by home owner’s insurance. Hurricane Michael struck land with winds that were 155 miles-per-hour. The Category 4 storm was almost severe enough to reach Category 5. Since record-keeping on the topic began, only two other storms have hit … [Read more...] about Disaster Insurance: What is Covered After a Hurricane
Hurricane Michael Leading to Mental Stress in Florida
PANAMA CITY, FL- CBSNews.com reports that health workers are noticing mental problems in people impacted by Hurricane Michael. Recovering from the disaster will take years. People are seeking medical attention at tents set up by disaster medical assistance teams. The winds from the storm knocked down utility lines and caused roads … [Read more...] about Hurricane Michael Leading to Mental Stress in Florida
Multi-Vehicle Accident Injures Two in North Port, Florida
NORTH PORT, Fla. — A three-car accident left two people with varying degrees of injury. Mysuncoast.com reports that the crash happened on U.S. 41 in North Port around 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 26, 2018. The crash left one driver seriously injured and another with relatively minor injuries. The third motorist involved was … [Read more...] about Multi-Vehicle Accident Injures Two in North Port, Florida
Man Dies In Tragic Moped Crash in Sarasota, Florida
SARASOTA, Fla. — A 59-year-old man from Sarasota died as a result of injuries suffered in a collision with a motor vehicle. The deceased man was driving a motor scooter or moped. According to mysuncoast.com, the fatal collision happened on Tuesday, September 25, 2018, around 8:00 p.m. Troopers from the Florida State Patrol commenced … [Read more...] about Man Dies In Tragic Moped Crash in Sarasota, Florida
Punta Gorda Man Dies in Charlotte County, Florida Collision
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, FL. — A Punta Gorda man hit by a car has died. WINKNEWS.com reported that the man was hit from behind by a vehicle on U.S. 41 on Saturday, September 22, 2018. Troopers from the Florida State Patrol and other law enforcement agencies have not determined whether the motorist who struck the pedestrian will face any … [Read more...] about Punta Gorda Man Dies in Charlotte County, Florida Collision
Pedestrian Accidents Deaths in Florida Are Tragically Increasing
FLORIDA- According to tampabay.com, pedestrian fatalities in Florida are on the rise again. On April 11, 2018, 46-year-old Jamie Patterson was crossing U.S. 19 when she was struck by a 2015 Ford Taurus. The Taurus entered the right turn lane, hit Patterson, and fled. Patterson died at the scene. The scene of the crash was marked with … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accidents Deaths in Florida Are Tragically Increasing
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Cyclist in Pasco, Florida
PASCO COUNTY, FL- The tbreporter.com writes that a cyclist in Pasco County was struck by a hit-and-run driver on Wednesday, September 5, 2018. The victim was identified as Hans Mentor of Wesley Chapel. Mentor was riding on Boyette Road near Vienna Woods at around 10:49 p.m. when he was struck by a vehicle. The Florida Highway … [Read more...] about Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Cyclist in Pasco, Florida
Woman Fatally Hit by Multiple Vehicles, Two of Which Fled the Scene in Naples, Florida
FLORIDA- The naplesherald.com* reports that a woman was killed in LeHighAcres at about 9:11 p.m. on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 when she was hit by three vehicles as she attempted to cross Homestead Road. The victim was identified as Lorraine Louise Miller, 50. Miller is listed as transient. The three vehicles were northbound on … [Read more...] about Woman Fatally Hit by Multiple Vehicles, Two of Which Fled the Scene in Naples, Florida
Motorcyclist in Critical Condition After Vehicle Cuts Him Off
NAPLES, FL- The NaplesHerald.com reports that a motorcyclist was involved in a collision with a car on Airport PullingRoad at about 3:07 p.m. on August 28, 2018. The motorcyclist was identified as Vidal Rendon, 30. Rendon was riding his 2013 Suzuki motorcycle towards the intersection of Airport PullingRoad and Rustic Oaks Circle and … [Read more...] about Motorcyclist in Critical Condition After Vehicle Cuts Him Off
Two Construction Workers Die in Scaffolding Accident Near Disney
ORLANDO, FL- wsbradio.com reports that two construction workers were killed in a scaffolding collapse on Wednesday, August 29, 2018. The men were working on the seventh story of a 16-story hotel near Disney World. The workers were pouring concrete at the time of the accident. Three workers were on the scaffolding when it gave way … [Read more...] about Two Construction Workers Die in Scaffolding Accident Near Disney
