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Motorcycle Deaths Spike in Florida
Five Motorcycle Riders Killed in Four Crashes
SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. (WFLA) – Three people were killed Wednesday night in a crash involving a motorcycle. The Florida Highway Patrol said five motorcycle riders have died in four different crashes around the state in recent days.
Volusia County Crash
The crash in Volusia County happened on State Road 44 near Samsula Drive. The Florida Highway Patrol said a motorcycle rider was traveling eastbound on SR-44 when they collided with a car that was turning left onto Samsula Drive. The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.
Miami-Dade County Crash
In Miami-Dade County, one person died following a motorcycle accident in Southwest Miami-Dade. The crash happened on Thursday afternoon when a motorcycle and a car collided at the intersection of Southwest 117th Avenue and Southwest 24th Street.
Jacksonville Crash
A fatal accident involving a motorcycle and a car shut down I-95 southbound lanes in Jacksonville. The crash happened on Saturday night near the J. Turner Butler Boulevard exit. The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.
Palm Beach County Crashes
In Palm Beach County, two motorcyclists were killed in a Saturday crash on US Highway 19 in Palm Harbor. The crash happened when a motorcycle and a car collided at the intersection of US-19 and Alderman Road. Both motorcyclists were pronounced dead at the scene.
The Florida Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate all of these crashes. No further information is available at this time.
Conclusion
The recent spike in motorcycle deaths in Florida is a reminder of the dangers that motorcyclists face on the road. Motorcyclists are more vulnerable to injury in a crash than car drivers and passengers, and they are more likely to be killed in a crash. If you are riding a motorcycle, it is important to take precautions to protect yourself, such as wearing a helmet and obeying the speed limit. You should also be aware of your surroundings and watch for potential hazards.