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1 hospitalized, 2 cats rescued in New Smyrna Beach fire

1 hospitalized, 2 cats rescued in New Smyrna Beach fire

One person and two cats made it out of an apartment fire Wednesday morning in New Smyrna Beach, firefighters said. Crews responding to the 800 block of Maralyn Avenue reported heavy flames from a two-story residential apartment building and a quick knockdown of the fire. The person who survived the fire had self-extricated and was taken to the hospital, the New Smyrna Beach Fire Department said on social media. The two cats that were rescued from the fire were treated

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Pedestrian struck by at least 1 vehicle in Hollywood

Pedestrian struck by at least 1 vehicle in Hollywood

Photo by: (WPLG) Hollywood police are investigating a car crash involving a pedestrian. The crash was reported Wednesday morning in the area of Taft Street and Northwest 76th Avenue. Sky 10 was above the scene just after 10 a.m. as a Tesla and black pickup truck were stopped on the roadway. Shoes were spotted on the ground, along with blood on the roadway. Officers from both the Hollywood Police Department and Pembroke Pines Police Department were at the scene. Pembroke Pines

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11-vehicle crash closes Fruitville Road near Tatum Road, troopers say

11-vehicle crash closes Fruitville Road near Tatum Road, troopers say

Fruitville Road was reported closed in both directions near Tatum Road Wednesday morning after a crash involving 11 vehicles, the Florida Highway Patrol said. The crash involved a semi trailer and a dump truck, troopers said. The Florida Highway Patrol and Sarasota County Sheriff’s deputies are on scene Witnesses told WWSB crews at the scene that as many as 15 vehicles may have been involved in the crash. Additionally, the driver of the dump truck may have been arrested. At

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Motorcycle crash claims life on I-95 in Lake Worth Beach, lanes blocked

Motorcycle crash claims life on I-95 in Lake Worth Beach, lanes blocked

Photo by: (Connor Harless) A 27-year-old motorcyclist has died after a crash on I-95 North in Lake Worth Beach on Wednesday morning. Florida 511 reported the crash at Exit 64, 10th Avenue North, at 8:39 a.m. In the latest update at 9:03 a.m., officials said that the exit’s on-ramp right lane has been blocked. The Florida Highway Patrol told CBS12 News that a man born in 1998 who was driving a red Honda motorcycle was pronounced dead at the hospital

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Man accused of 'brake-check' crash, dragging victim for 50-100 yards on back of golf cart

Man accused of ‘brake-check’ crash, dragging victim for 50-100 yards on back of golf cart

A Marco Island man is accused of a hit-and-run, which caused an injury after dragging a man on the back of his golf cart following a crash on Dec. 11. According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a scene on Collier Boulevard in Marco Island regarding a crash with injuries. Deputies spoke to the victim of the crash, who was being treated for injuries on the scene by Collier County Emergency Medical Services. The victim said he

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Traffic Alert: Deadly crash blocking right northbound lane of I-295 near Commonwealth Avenue

Traffic Alert: Deadly crash blocking right northbound lane of I-295 near Commonwealth Avenue

 A deadly crash was blocking the right northbound lane of Interstate 295, just before Commonwealth Avenue, on Wednesday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. According to FHP, the crash involved one semi-truck. The driver was transported to a hospital, where he died. It’s unclear when all lanes will reopen. Experienced Car Accident Lawyers You Can Trust Choosing the right lawyer after a car accident is crucial. At Ovadia Law Group, we have years of experience handling car accident claims

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Gulf Coast Traffic Alerts: December 17

Gulf Coast Traffic Alerts: December 17

A crash involving injuries has caused a complete roadblock at the intersection of SR-29 and SR-82 in Immokalee. [CLEARED] Protecting Your Rights After a Car Accident When a car accident occurs, victims often face overwhelming challenges, including medical bills and property loss. At Ovadia Law Group, we are committed to protecting your rights and securing the compensation you deserve. Our experienced attorneys investigate the cause of the accident, identify responsible parties, and fight aggressively on your behalf. We handle all

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Dog rescued from Port Charlotte house fire Tuesday night

Dog rescued from Port Charlotte house fire Tuesday night

A dog was rescued from a house fire in Port Charlotte on Tuesday night. According to Charlotte County Fire and Emergency Medical Services, crews were dispatched to a home on Coulton Avenue at around 8:44 p.m. in response to a call about a house fire with a dog trapped inside. Crews arrived on scene and saw that the front door was open with smoke coming from inside. All of the occupants of the home were able to safely exit, with

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Early morning shooting in Jupiter Farms sends 1 to hospital

Early morning shooting in Jupiter Farms sends 1 to hospital

The Palm Beach County Fire Rescue (PBCFR) responded to a reported shooting in Jupiter Farms early Wednesday morning, officials confirmed with WPTV. According to PBCFR, units were dispatched to Alexander Run and 165th Road North at around 1:30 a.m. and found one person meeting trauma alert criteria. The victim was airlifted to a trauma center. Accountability is essential after a shooting incident that causes personal injury. Ovadia Law Group investigates potential negligence, including inadequate security, failure to warn, or improper

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NW Miami-Dade apartment building evacuated after fire ignites; no injuries reported

NW Miami-Dade apartment building evacuated after fire ignites; no injuries reported

A fire broke out in a Northwest Miami-Dade apartment building, causing residents to evacuate. Smoke and flames billowed from the fifth floor of the apartment complex, located along the 9600 block of Fontainebleau Boulevard, early Wednesday morning. The blaze caused extensive damage to at least one unit. Firefighters with Miami-Dade Fire Rescue were able to knock down the flames. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Ovadia Law Group – Fighting for Fire Accident Victims Fire accidents often lead to serious injuries

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Man arrested after threatening family with knife in domestic dispute, Volusia deputies say

Man arrested after threatening family with knife in domestic dispute, Volusia deputies say

A man is behind bars after being accused of breaking into his home, threatening his family with a knife and fleeing the scene, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office. Deputies explained that the suspect, M B-O, 38, had ongoing issues with substance abuse and was locked out of his Deltona residence. However, B-O kicked in the front door and forced himself in. Two out of the four victims inside the home attempted to call 911, but he allegedly grabbed their

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Vehicle fire on I-95 North in Boca Raton closes express lanes

Vehicle fire on I-95 North in Boca Raton closes express lanes

A vehicle fire in Boca Raton on I-95 North has closed all express lanes on Wednesday morning. Florida 511 reported the fire just before Exit 45, Glades Road, at 7:12 a.m. In the latest update at 7:20 a.m., officials said that all express lanes have been closed. No injuries have been reported at this time. Comprehensive Legal Support for Car Accident Victims Recovering from a car accident can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. At Ovadia

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