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Photo by: Local10  Flames tore through the roof of a two-story apartment building in Opa-locka Friday morning. Sky 10 was above the scene in the 2100 block of Ali Baba Avenue around 9:30 a.m. as smoke was still coming from the building. A large hole could be seen in the roof. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue officials confirmed that they have shifted their efforts to a “defensive attack, due to a compromise on the second story of the structure.” No injuries have

Courtesy: Martin County Sheriff’s Office Emergency crews are investigating a crash with at least one serious injury on I-95 in Hobe Sound. As of 8 a.m. Friday, all southbound lanes of I-95 were blocked just north of Bridge Road. Around 8:25, it appears crews were starting to let one lane of try by. The Martin County Sheriff’s Office says the crash involves a “serious injury.” Photos shared by the agency appear to show Fire Rescue crews using power tools on

Phot by: (U.S. Coast Guard)  U.S. Coast Guard personnel from St. Petersburg rescued a man after his boat capsized near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, the Coast Guard reported Thursday on social media. No injuries were reported and recovery of the man’s boat was in progress. Why You Need a Boat Accident Lawyer After a Maritime Injury Boat accidents can lead to serious injuries, property damage, and even fatalities. Whether the incident occurred on a private vessel, jet ski, or commercial

Photo by: (Miami-Dade Fire Rescue) One person was assessed by first responders outside their home after a fire erupted inside the residence in northeast Miami-Dade, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue officials confirmed. According to MDFR, the fire was reported at 4:21 p.m. Wednesday near the 2100 block of Northeast 205th Street. MDFR said firefighters arrived at the scene and found heavy smoke and flames coming from the rear of the home. “Crews deployed hose lines to attack the fire and extended ladders

St. Petersburg police say they charged a man for a hit-and-run that left him screaming for help after he crashed multiple times. Officers said JT, 28, was driving on Sunday in a 2012 Dodge Ram truck on First Avenue North when he crashed into cars that were stopped at the light at the 16th Street North intersection. Those cars were pushed into other vehicles, and one person suffered minor injuries, according to a news release.  Police said T then drove

A man was struck in the buttocks by a bullet Thursday night when someone pulled out a handgun and started firing during an argument, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. The shooting was reported around 9 p.m. on Moncrief Road, a couple of blocks southeast of Edgewood Avenue West. Investigators said the man was involved in an argument when the person he was arguing with pulled out a gun and fired multiple shots at him. He was struck once in his

Photo by: (RBPD) Mere seconds after a Brightline train passed by, a three-vehicle crash occurred at the tracks near Blue Heron Boulevard, prompting law enforcement’s response. According to the Riviera Beach Police Department (RBPD), a little after 4 p.m. on Wednesday, a white SUV on President Barack Obama Boulevard attempted to make a left turn on Blue Hero Boulevard. The SUV crossed the path of a car that was traveling northbound, causing it to slightly T-bone the SUV. Traffic camera video

Residents were evacuated from their apartment building after fierce flames swept through the third floor. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded to the area of Northeast 12th Avenue and 138th Street, Thursday night. 7News cameras captured fire crews on scene, a broken window on the third floor and residents standing outside. No injuries were reported. It’s unclear how the fire started. Why You Need a Fire Accident Lawyer After a Burn Injury Fire accidents can cause life-altering injuries, emotional trauma, and financial

 Crashes on I-95 South in Jacksonville caused rush-hour backups for driver on Thursday. The Florida Highway Patrol reported a multi-vehicle crash on the I-95 South ramp to MLK Parkway and another crash on I-95 South at 8th Street. A live traffic camera in the area showed heavy backups around 5 p.m. As of 6 p.m., traffic was flowing more smoothly, and the crashes were cleared. Why You Need a Car Accident Lawyer After a Crash Car accidents can leave victims

A 50-year-old Orlando man was killed Wednesday evening in a motorcycle wreck near Orlando International Airport, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The crash happened around 6:20 p.m. on Wetherbee Road near Airport Park Drive in Orange County. According to a crash report, the motorcyclist was heading west on Wetherbee Road when a 2014 Nissan Rogue heading east attempted a left turn onto Airport Park Drive. The rider tried to switch lanes to avoid the SUV, but troopers said the

A vehicle fire on I-95 South in Stuart is delaying traffic on Thursday morning. Florida 511 reported the vehicle fire at Mile Marker 99 at 5:31 a.m. In the latest update at 5:41 a.m., officials said that the two right lanes have been blocked. No injuries have been reported at this time. Fire Car Accidents: Why Legal Help Is Crucial A fire car accident can be one of the most traumatic experiences a person faces. Beyond physical injuries, victims often

Photo by: (Nassau County Sheriff’s Office) A disabled log truck blocked the roadway on State Road 200 eastbound at U.S. 17 in Yulee for several hours Thursday. The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office warned drivers to expect heavy traffic in the area and to use caution. Later that afternoon, several drivers commented on social media, saying the roadway was back open. Why You Need a Truck Accident Lawyer After a Collision Truck accidents can cause devastating injuries and complex legal challenges.