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Here’s where travelers are headed post-summer, pre-holidays
“Now that students are back in school full time, fall travelers often enjoy smaller crowds and lower prices. This is why Autumn can be an ideal time to travel internationally, especially to Europe.” Debbie Haas, AAA
Gas prices hold steady as oil prices rise
"The price gains are being attributed to optimism that the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut would boost the global economy and energy demand." - Mark Jenkins, AAA
FLHSMV Encourages Florida Drivers to Register Emergency Contact Information (ECI)
Timing is critical during an emergency. In many cases, it is the difference between life and death.
Top 12 Finalists Unveiled for Coveted America’s Transportation Awards
After four regional competitions this summer, state departments of transportation from California, Arizona, Washington State, New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Tennessee, Florida, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio achieved the highest scores. See the Florida project that got them into the final round.
Floridians are Already Booking Holiday Travel
“If you want to have choice in holiday plans, it would be best to book before October,” said Debbie Haas, Vice President of Travel for AAA. Here's why.
Central FL
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle collision yesterday in Marion County that resulted in the death of the driver.
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision this morning in Volusia County that resulted in the death of a driver.
North Central Florida

Updating Breaking News: Two-vehicle collision in Levy County injures three

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision Wednesday in Levy County that resulted in three injuries.
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle collision this afternoon in Levy County that resulted in the death of a driver.
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision this morning in Suwannee County that resulted in the death of a driver.
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision last night in Levy County that resulted in the death of a passenger.
Northeast Florida

Breaking Morning News: Single-vehicle collision in Columbia County kills driver

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle crash in Columbia County this morning that resulted in the death of the driver.

Breaking News Overnight: Driver dies after a single-vehicle collision in Clay County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle collision last night in Clay County that resulted in the death of the driver.

Updating Breaking News: Driver dies after a single-vehicle collision in Columbia County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle crash in Columbia County yesterday that resulted in the death of the driver.

Updating Breaking News: Driver dies after collision with crash-scene vehicles in Duval County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a three-vehicle collision in Duval County yesterday that resulted in the death of a driver.

Breaking News Overnight: Pedestrian hit and killed in Duval County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a collision in Duval County this morning that resulted in the death of a pedestrian.

Northwest Florida

Florida Highway Patrol Criminal Interdiction Unit Conducts Traffic Stop Leading to 91 Felony Charges and Four Misdemeanors

A search of the vehicle revealed multiple stolen credit cards, counterfeited credit cards, credit card skimmers, and a small amount of marijuana. The driver and passenger were both arrested on multiple charges.
With growing commuter, tourist, and freight traffic along I-4 in this area the interstate is in great need of addressing capacity and operations upgrades to improve mobility through the area, increase safety, enhance the quality of life.
"...On a national level, there were 4,392 drivers involved in fatal crashes over the five-year period who were changing lanes at the time.”- Richard Suzuki
The Trooper verified the speed to be approximately 100 mph and attempted to pull the vehicle over using emergency lights and sirens.
Panhandle

Updating Breaking News: FHP arrests shooter on Interstate 10 in Holmes County

Florida Highway Patrol Troopers responded to a report of an active shooter in Holmes County.  The suspect was reportedly a female who had recently checked out of a local hotel and told the staff she was going on a shooting spree directed by “God” in relation to the solar eclipse.
Two weeks ago, the state average jumped 21 cents per gallon. Then last week, the state average fell 5 cents before jumping another 8 cents.
“In the end, it's not just about the uniforms but the people who wear them with honor and style. As one survey respondent aptly put it, 'These uniforms are more than fabric and threads; they're the embodiment of the states they represent and the officers who wear them with pride,'" says Michael Dinich from Wealth of Geeks.
The Trooper, who had recently received a Be-On-The-Lookout (BOLO) identifying a location in his area for the suspect vehicle, a 2019 BMW 440I with Georgia Tag TBZ4664, positioned himself in a manner that would allow him to see if the vehicle crossed his path.
Florida's average gas price is now on a 10-day streak of declines, falling a total of 13 cents per gallon since February 1.
South Florida

Breaking News Overnight: FHP arrests driver on DUI manslaughter charges after fatal collision in DeSoto County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision last night in DeSoto County that resulted in a driver's death, and the arrest of the other.

Breaking Morning News: Driver dies after a single-vehicle collision in Hendry County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single vehicle this morning in Hendry County that resulted in the death of the driver.

Updating Breaking News: Driver dies after single-vehicle collision in DeSoto County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle collision last night in DeSoto County that resulted in the driver's death.

Southeast Florida

Florida gas prices move lower after 12 cents jump

Gasoline futures prices dropped 15 cents per gallon. The U.S. price for crude oil declined $5.73 per barrel (-7%) last week. Friday's closing price of $72.28/b was the lowest daily closing price in two weeks. 
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a multi-vehicle collision in Brevard County last night that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist.
"New research reveals that vehicle collisions with roadside workers are not always the result of poor visibility. More often than not, speed, driver distractions, and/or impairment are a factor." - Mark Jenkins, AAA.
There are penalties for hit and run crashes. They are not 'harmless' and can cause serious injury, property damage, and even death. Those involved should always stay on the scene and remember that driving is a privilege and a responsibility. Here are helpful statistics and accident tips.
The state average jumped from $2.99 per gallon on Monday to $3.18/g by mid-week. The U.S. price of crude oil settled at $78.01 per barrel.
"The state average has plummeted more than 16 cents in the past two weeks," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA. Here's why. …
Southwest Florida

Updating Breaking News: FHP arrests fleeing driver in Collier County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a BOLO alert from the Sarasota Sheriff’s Office, who attempted to stop a stolen silver Lexus traveling south on Interstate 75.
The driver was placed under arrest for DUI, reckless driving, possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine), and possession of drug paraphernalia and booked into the Lee County Jail.
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision in Hardee County last night that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist.
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision in Charlotte County yesterday that resulted in the death of a driver.
Tampa Bay

Breaking News Overnight: FHP arrests hit-and-run driver after fatal collision with a bicyclist in Manatee County.

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a bicyclist hit and killed by a sport utility vehicle this morning in Manatee County.

Breaking News Overnight: Driver dies after collision with tractor-trailer in Polk County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision last night in Polk County that resulted in the death of a driver.

Breaking News Overnight: Passenger dies after vehicle drives into a pond in Pasco County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle incident this morning in Pasco County that resulted in the death of a passenger.

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