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At least one person died and three others were hospitalized early Saturday morning following a serious accident on Interstate 75 in western Broward, Florida.
According to the Broward Sheriff's Fire Rescue (BSFR), the incident occurred around 1:45 a.m. at Mile Marker 49, when a Florida Department of Transportation truck was struck by a pickup truck towing a boat.
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) later explained that the pickup truck carrying a boat on a trailer was heading south on I-75 at mile marker 49.
In the same section, another vehicle was carrying out painting work on the division lines in the road and on the right shoulder, accompanied at low speed by a traffic protection truck (Scorpion Road Construction Crash Truck).
The vehicle carrying the boat failed to reduce speed or yield to the vehicles moving slowly on the shoulder, and struck the rear of the roadside protection truck.
As a result of the collision, the latter crashed into the rear of the vehicle that was painting the lines, detailed the FHP.
The driver of the road protection truck became trapped and had to be rescued by rescuers, reported the channel NBC Miami.
He was later transferred by helicopter to a hospital with serious injuries, where he eventually passed away.
Inside the truck were three people. One of them was airlifted by Palm Beach County Fire Rescue, while the other two were transported by ambulance to a medical center.
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is investigating the causes of the accident.
Frequently Asked Questions about Recent Traffic Accidents in Florida
What happened in the Broward accident on Interstate 75?
The accident on Interstate 75, in western Broward, Florida, occurred when a pickup truck towing a boat struck a roadside assistance truck from behind. Four people were hospitalized, and the driver of the roadside assistance truck, who was rescued with serious injuries, later died. The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the incident.
What are the common causes of accidents in Florida?
In Florida, traffic accidents are often caused by excessive speed, distractions while driving, adverse weather conditions, and human errors. Additionally, the region has seen an increase in accidents related to the transport of hazardous materials and chain-reaction collisions.
How are the authorities responding to the increase in accidents in Florida?
The authorities in Florida are taking steps to improve road safety, including awareness campaigns, increased police presence on the roads, and stricter technical inspections for commercial vehicles. Emergency response protocols for accidents involving hazardous materials are also being implemented more effectively.
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