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Destin Fire Rescue responded to an apartment fire possibly involving a charging e-bike. Crews received a call reporting smoke, and fire coming from an apartment along Vinings Way on Saturday night. Firefighters said they were able to contain the fire to the room where it started and kept it from spreading any further. While the cause of the fire still remains under investigation, Destin Fire Rescue said there’s reason to believe an e-bike battery charging ignited the fire. No one

Florida Highway Patrol is currently investigating a hit and run crash on Alico Road near Corkscrew Road. FHP says due to emergency vehicles we know that the southbound lanes are currently blocked. We are reaching out for more information and to see if anyone is injured. Count on us to keep you updated. Protecting Your Interests in Hit and Run AccidentsProtecting your interests is a key part of any hit and run accident claim. Ovadia Law Group is dedicated to

Photo: Gulf Coast news A bicyclist from Arcadia was left critically injured after a hit-and-run crash, according to troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol. FHP says that on Saturday, the vehicle, a Ford Aerostar, was traveling east on West Pine Street, west of Manatee Avenue. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old, was traveling west on East Pine Street, west of Manatee Avenue. The front of the Aerostar hit the bicyclist, and the 29-year-old was separated from his bike. He landed on West

Photo: Carmen Traub Firefighters with Charlotte County Fire & EMS, with assistance from the Englewood Area Fire Control District, battled a residential structure fire that sparked on Knight Island in Charlotte County. According to officials, firefighters were dispatched at 1:04 p.m. on Saturday. The fire sparked on Kettle Harbor Drive. Two people refused transfer to the hospital. One Englewood firefighter suffered a minor injury and was transported to the hospital. He was later discharged. Two cats were in the residence

Photo: Breaking news Crews with the LaBelle Fire Department, along with the Clewiston and Bayshore Fire Departments, battled a fire involving three boats at the Belle Hatchee Marina on Sunday. Crews say that the fire has since been put out. Video that a viewer sent in shows dark plumes of smoke billowing from the fire. The owner of one of the boats told Gulf Coast News that he is getting ready to pay tens of thousands of dollars to get

Photo: Breaking News A fire late Sunday night destroyed a trailer home on Hibiscus Lane in Naples. The Collier County Sheriff’s Office confirmed receiving a call about the fire around 10 p.m. Sunday. Deputies said they do not yet know how the fire started or whether anyone was inside the trailer at the time. Crime scene units were seen at the site alongside firefighters as investigations continued. Gulf Coast News reporter Jackie Guenther, who is at the scene, reported a

Photo: (Christian Martinez) A person was taken to the hospital with critical injuries after being struck by a train in San Marco on Friday. JFRD says the incident happened around 10:30am at Atlantic Blvd. and Perry Place. Understanding Your Rights After a Train AccidentUnderstanding your legal rights after a train accident is essential when dealing with a personal injury claim. Ovadia Law Group helps clients navigate the legal system with clarity and confidence. Our attorneys provide straightforward guidance and ensure

Photo: MDFR Crews got the upper hand on a fire that ignited at an apartment complex in Northwest Miami-Dade and led paramedics to take three people to the hospital, including a firefighter. 7Skyforce hovered above the scene of the two-alarm blaze at Lake Shore Presidential Apartments near Northwest 95th Street and 12th Avenue, just before 12:30 p.m. on Thursday. Firefighters were seen in the hallways of the apartment building and on the roof of the complex. Crews were able to

Photo: (WJHG) Emergency crews are on the scene of a rollover crash on Front Beach Road. The accident happened near the intersection of Front Beach and Moylan Road. According to FHP, it was a hit-and-run crash, and the roadway is clear. FHP says a trooper is on the way to the scene to investigate. We will update this story when more information becomes available. Helping You Navigate Car Accident ClaimsNavigating a car accident claim can be difficult without the right legal

A traffic crash is blocking the eastbound lane of Highway 20 at 83A in Freeport this morning. The Walton County Sheriff’s Office says officials are on scene working to clear the area. Walton County Fire Rescue is also responding. Drivers should expect delays and use alternate routes if possible. Dedicated Advocacy for Car Accident VictimsAt Ovadia Law Group, we provide dedicated advocacy for car accident victims seeking justice and recovery. Our attorneys understand the challenges that can arise after a

A pedestrian was transported to the hospital after being hit by a car in Lehigh Acres shortly before midnight on Wednesday. According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to reports of a crash on Sunshine Boulevard North and Ida Avenue North at 11:35 p.m. Wednesday. Once at the scene, deputies discovered that a pedestrian had been hit by a car. The pedestrian was transported to the hospital, and the car remained at the scene. At the time of

A 37-year-old Orlando man was killed in a crash Tuesday night in Apopka, and the driver of the other vehicle was arrested after investigators said he fled the scene on foot. The crash happened just before 7:30 p.m. on County Road 435, also known as Clarcona Road, at Gilliam Road. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a 46-year-old Orlando man was driving a 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe southbound on Clarcona Road, approaching Gilliam Road. At the same time, a 37-year-old Orlando