$22.1M SETTLEMENT catastrophic brain injury due to a defective product $6.5M SETTLEMENT catastrophic catastrophic personal injury case settled in federal court $5.0M SETTLEMENT catastrophic car accident involving a defective tire $3.0M VERDICT catastrophic defective tire case - Bridgestone + Ford $2.2M SETTLEMENT catastrophic pedestrian accident resulting in a pelvic injury $1.0M SETTLEMENT catastrophic automobile accident fatality case $1.0M SETTLEMENT catastrophic defective tire accident resulting in a brain injury
Espanol
(855) 529-0269

Truck Fire Closes I-4 Eastbound

Posted on

ClickOrlando.com / Channel 6 News reported recently that a motor vehicle accident on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 along the eastbound lanes of Interstate 4 in Orlando, FL led to congestion in the Orlando area after a truck fire near the Kaley Avenue exit. 

According to officials from the Orlando Police Department and representatives from Orlando Fire Rescue, the incident occurred between 2:00 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on Wednesday, April 7, 2021. A pest control truck headed east on Interstate 4 apparently caught fire, and photos from the scene show a charred, melted hulk. Orlando Pollice had to bring in special equipment to remove the vehicle due to the pest control chemicals it carried. 

No statement has been made regarding the cause of the fire, but officials did state no one was hurt. All traffic lanes were closed, although officers were able to direct a trickle of traffic through the scene utilizing the shoulder of the roadway, 

WKRG CBS Channel 5 News reported that a head-on motor vehicle collision on Cervantes Street in Pensacola closed the roadway for an hour or so on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 near the on-ramp to Interstate 110. At least one person was injured and medically transported to a local hospital. 

Truck Accidents News:
Fatal Accident in Pensacola Involves Van and Semi

Although we’ve all probably committed the offense of speeding at one time or another, it is a practice that can endanger all lives on the roadway. In 2018, speeding was a contributing factor in the deaths of 9,378 people. This number is approximately a 6% drop in the number from the previous year. Speeding also...

Belleview Crash Sends Two Teens to Hospital

An analysis of truck accidents reveals that each year, approximately 5,000 people in passenger vehicles die each year in accidents that involve semi-trucks or eighteen-wheelers. Additionally, about 700 people in the trucks die each year. 64% of all fatal accidents with semi-trucks involved a truck that was pulling just one trailer. Driver fatigue, distracted driving,...

Interstate 95 Northbound Was Closed Due to an Oil Spill From a Truck Accident

The drivers of big-rig trucks or tractor-trailers possess a commercial driver’s license, and they attend specialized driving schools to learn the skills necessary to drive such massive vehicles safely. That said, accidents do occur, and accidents involving tractor-trailers can be some of the deadliest. According to 2017 data, there were 4,889 large trucks and buses...

Jax Crash Kills Local Surgeon

First Coast ABC NBC On Your Side News reported recently that a local veterinary surgeon was killed in Jacksonville last Monday evening in a tragic vehicle crash.  First Coast No More Homeless Pets and other organizations identified a woman killed in a crash in St Johns County as a veterinary surgeon who has worked with...

Truck Accidents Blog Posts:
When the term “truck accident” is used, the image that comes to mind most often is one of a tractor trailer colliding with a passenger vehicle on the highway. Beware of Garbage Trucks on Florida Roads

Accidents involving garbage trucks can cause injuries to other motorists, pedestrians, cyclists, children, and even garbage truck workers themselves. When the term “truck accident” is used, the image that comes to mind most often is one of a tractor-trailer colliding with a passenger vehicle on the highway. However, there are other types of truck accidents...

After surviving a truck crash in Florida, you may think the worst is over. How Can Truckers NOT Be Insured? Insurance Rules in Florida Truck Crashes

After surviving a truck crash in Florida, you may think the worst is over. You’ve been injured and the pain is intense, but there’s no way you’re going to have to pay for your injuries… right? Believe it or not, there have been cases where victims of truck accidents had to pay for their injuries...

Many of us have taken long road trips, either moving to another state or just for the pure fun of exploring different places. Long Road Trips and Sleep Problems Lead to Drowsy Driving and South Florida Truck Crashes

Many of us have taken long road trips, either moving to another state or just for the pure fun of exploring different places. Either way, we know that driving long periods of time can make a driver have tunnel vision and feel exhausted at the wheel. We may turn to drinking coffee, rolling down the...

Semi-trucks are responsible for transporting necessary goods across the country. Truck Accident Statistics in the U.S.

Semi-trucks are responsible for transporting necessary goods across the country. Without these trucks, many of us wouldn’t have access to the food, gasoline, and other products that we use each and every day. Unfortunately, however, while these large trucks provide benefits to all, they also pose a danger to others traveling nearby on the roads....

Truck Accidents FAQ:
Florida Among States With the Most Truck Accidents Florida Among States With the Most Truck Accidents

Florida is among the top three states with the most serious truck accidents, according to the National Safety Council (NSC). According to its report, 373 truck accident victims lost their lives in Florida in 2021, and only Texas and California saw more fatal truck accidents that year. If you or a loved one was in...

Can You Sue Someone Personally After a Truck Accident Can You Sue Someone Personally After a Truck Accident?

You can sue someone personally after a truck accident, but this is just one of several options to consider. To understand your options for seeking the money you deserve (and which option may be best for you), consider hiring a Fort Lauderdale truck accident lawyer from our team. We can take legal action on your...

What If an Insurance Company Denies My Truck Accident Claim What If an Insurance Company Denies My Truck Accident Claim?

When an insurance claim has been denied, you can appeal the decision. The process begins with receiving a denial letter from the insurance company. In this letter, the steps for filing an appeal should be within the letter, with the name of the claims adjuster or point of contact. First, notify the insurer of your...

Fort Lauderdale Truck Accident Statistics Fort Lauderdale Truck Accident Statistics

Although not many truck accident statistics specific to Fort Lauderdale are available, we know truck accidents are often immensely dangerous. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) data shows that for one specific year, large trucks and buses accounted for 13.2% of fatal accidents in the United States. Trucks are a staple of Fort Lauderdale, as they...