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Photo: Florida 511 A tractor-trailer driver was seriously injured after a multi-vehicle crash on Thursday afternoon in Santa Rosa County. It happened on I-10 eastbound at Mile Marker 21 near Avalon Boulevard around 4:45 p.m. The Florida Highway Patrol says a sedan collided into the back of another car, which caused a chain reaction, involving six vehicles. This caused the tractor trailer to overturn. Three other drivers had minor injuries. Multiple agencies responded to the crash site. Avalon Fire-Rescue and

An iconic part of Avon Park’s history was left destroyed Wednesday night following a large fire, officials said. Firefighters with Highlands County Fire Rescue said they found flames bursting from the former Beachfront nightclub building on West Garrett Road around 8 p.m. on Wednesday night. More than four dozen emergency responders from multiple different agencies helped fight the blaze. They remained on scene well into the early morning hours due to the sheer size of the 10,000-square-foot building and extent

A 14-year-old boy from Lake Asbury is dead following a crash late Thursday night in Clay County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The crash occurred just after 11 p.m. on Sandridge Road west of Verbena Parkway. According to FHP, the teen was stopped on a motorized scooter in a westbound travel lane on an unlit stretch of Sandridge Road. Troopers say the scooter had no lighting on it at the time of the crash. A 16-year-old driver from Green

A 21-year-old Fernandina Beach man is dead following a crash on State Road A1A in Nassau County Thursday night. The Florida Highway Patrol responded to the scene at South Fletcher Avenue and Askins Avenue around 9:30 p.m. Consumer Reports, child safety experts give precautions to keep kids safe this summer According to FHP, the motorcyclist was traveling northbound on S. Fletcher Ave. when he struck an unoccupied sport utility vehicle that was stopped perpendicular to the roadway in the northbound

All lanes are blocked on Interstate 295 Northbound at Philips Highway due to a fatal crash, the Florida Highway Patrol said. Press the play button above to watch the live traffic camera. Legal Support for Car Accident Injury ClaimsCar accidents can result in serious injuries and unexpected challenges, making it important to have experienced legal support. At Ovadia Law Group, we help individuals navigate car accident claims with confidence and clarity. Our personal injury attorneys understand the complexities of these

The southbound lanes of US-301 just south of Poder Place in Bryceville in Nassau County are closed due to a traffic crash, according to the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office. One northbound lane is open and drivers should avoid the area if possible. Your Legal Resource After a Car AccidentIf you’ve been injured in a car accident, Ovadia Law Group is your trusted legal resource. Our personal injury attorneys are experienced in handling car accident cases and provide expert guidance every

Photo: UC Breaking News Multiple crashes at the intersection of Colonial Boulevard and Winkler Avenue have prompted road closures in Fort Myers on Thursday. All westbound lanes of Colonial Blvd at Winkler Ave were shut down. Police said traffic traveling on Winkler Ave was diverted back onto Colonial Blvd. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, there is a minor roadblock in the area. One crash involved a Fort Myers Police Department Community Service Aide (CSA), the department said. According to

The cyclist was struck by a vehicle in the area of Southeast 8th Avenue and Okeechobee Road around 4:30 a.m., Hialeah Police officials said. Police are investigating a hit-and-run in Hialeah early Thursday that left a cyclist dead. The cyclist was struck by a vehicle in the area of Southeast 8th Avenue and Okeechobee Road around 4:30 a.m., Hialeah Police officials said. The driver fled the scene. Hialeah Fire Department crews responded and brought the cyclist to Jackson Memorial Hospital

A teenage driver was critically injured Tuesday morning after her car collided with the rear of a truck on U.S. Highway 441, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office. The crash happened at 10:32 a.m. June 9 in the 14000 block of U.S. Highway 441, also known as State Road 7. According to investigators, a 2023 Peterbilt 567 was traveling eastbound from the entrance and exit of Pero Family Farms and was turning left to head northbound on U.S.

A 27-year-old motorcyclist died after being struck by a truck at County Road 215 and Blanding Boulevard in Clay County Thursday morning. FHP said a Ford F350 towing a flatbed trailer was stopped on CR 215 waiting to turn left on Blanding Boulevard. A motorcyclist was traveling south on Blanding and the truck pulled out in front of the rider, causing him to strike the truck and the trailer, FHP said. The motorcyclist was taken to the hospital, where he

Photo:  WJXT News4JAX  A multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 295 West before Interstate 95 Northbound in Duval County has closed the right lane. This story will be updated as we learn more. Understanding Your Rights After a Car CrashBeing involved in a car accident can be overwhelming, especially when injuries are involved. Ovadia Law Group helps victims understand their legal rights and options. Our personal injury attorneys specialize in car accident cases and are committed to securing fair compensation for your

Photo: Blake Gracie At least one person was sent to the hospital following a two-vehicle crash in Lehigh Acres, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office. LCSO says that two vehicles crashed at the intersection of 8th Street Southwest and Gunnery Road. Images from the crash show a pickup truck with heavy damage to its front right bumper. Legal Help After a Truck Accident InjuryTruck accidents can cause devastating injuries and long-term consequences. At Ovadia Law Group, we provide expert