Staying Safe on Florida Roads
Florida is home to some of the most beautiful beaches and scenery in the world. Unfortunately, it also boasts a high rate of highway fatalities. As a tourist destination, Florida is prone to distracted and unsafe drivers. When out-of-state visitors drive in unfamiliar territory, they can cause car accidents and injuries.
Each year, dozens of fatal accidents occur on Florida roads that have become notorious for devastating crashes. Known as “Killer Krome”, South Florida’s 37-mile Krome Avenue has become synonymous with catastrophic car accidents. Each year, dozens of people lose their lives on the narrow, two-lane highway. In 2014, the Florida Department of Transportation announced plans to upgrade the dangerous road.
Another Florida road, Interstate 95, previously earned the distinction of being the most dangerous road in the entire country. Between 2004 and 2008, there were 1.73 fatal accidents per mile on I-95.
Tips to Keep You Safe
For most of us, driving is a necessity. Whether we’re running errands, shuttling kids to sports events, or driving to work, we get behind the wheel almost every single day. Fortunately, there are several things you can do to stay safer on the road.
- Don’t drive distracted. Be aware of your surroundings. Motorists who text, use cell phones, or engage in other distractions behind the wheel are 23 times more likely to be involved in an accident.
- Pay attention to road conditions and adjust your speed accordingly. Slow your speed for rain, wind, and other weather hazards.
- Plan your route. Taking an extra few minutes to plan your route and research traffic conditions can help you make smart choices about the highways and roads you choose to drive.
- Be a defensive driver, not an aggressive one. According to the National Safety Council, aggressive driving costs taxpayers more than $40 billion each year.
Florida Personal Injury Attorneys
If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident due to another driver’s negligence, it’s important to speak to an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible. Your lawyer can inform you of your options and help you determine the next steps in your case. Call Emerson Straw, PL at (727) 821-1500 to speak to an attorney about your case.