On January 31, 2020, Azucena “Susie” Gomez-Hernandez (14) was struck by a Chevy SUV heading south on 15th Street at 7:15 p.m. Bystanders rushed to help her and called 911. She was taken to Tampa General Hospital where significant portions of her skull were removed to relieve the swelling. A week later, her mother made the most difficult decision no one should ever have to make. … [Read more...]
Iconic Tampa Street Becomes a Hazard for Pedestrians
Bayshore Boulevard, considered the jewel of Tampa, has become a magnet for speeding vehicles and pedestrian accidents. On January 9, 2020, a man was struck by a business vehicle and landed in Hillsborough Bay. The driver crashed headlong into the balustrade at approximately 60 MPH, 25 miles over the posted speed limit. Witness and first responder Christopher Martinez … [Read more...]
Florida Ranks as Third Most Dangerous State in the U.S. Here’s Why…
Home to the Happiest Place on Earth, cruise ships central and sunny beaches galore, Florida has a lot of great things going for it. So it might come as a surprise to learn that a recent study conducted by WalletHub has listed Florida as the third most dangerous state in the country. What makes a state dangerous? Taking 52 different indicators into account, such as crime rates, … [Read more...]
Pedestrian Fatalities Hit 30-Year High
Distracted driving has caused the death of more than 6,227 pedestrians in 2018, which is the highest rate in over thirty years in the United States. A new report, published by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), has brought many statistics concerning pedestrian accidents to light, and should challenge both drivers and walkers alike to take steps to keep everyone … [Read more...]
New Pedestrian Fatality Statistics Expose the Danger of Walking in Florida
If your feet are on the ground one second then up in the air the next, you’re not alone. Being hit by a car is shocking, dangerous and, unfortunately, more common than you might think—especially in Florida. The Governors Highway Safety Association released a new report earlier this year concerning the number of pedestrian fatalities in 2018. The data reveals a disturbing … [Read more...]
