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‘Take the First Step’ Towards Pedestrian Safety During National Pedestrian Safety Month
Florida is known for its desirable weather, tourism, and beaches, all of which encourage activities such as walking. However, each year we see an increase in pedestrian crashes. In 2021, there were 9,569 pedestrian-involved crashes, and this year, the number has risen to 10,013. more
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S.R. 70 from Bourneside Blvd. to Waterbury Rd
FDOT Releases Construction Timelines for Moving Florida Forward Projects
The announcement on improvements included expected construction timelines for the following projects: I-275 from 38th Ave. to 4th St., I-75 at Fruitville Rd. Interchange, and S.R. 70 from Bourdside Blvd. to Waterbury Rd.  more
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Florida gas prices falling fast
The state average has now declined 20 cents per gallon, through the past two weeks. Sunday's state average was $3.49 per gallon. That's the lowest daily average price since late July. more
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Florida gas prices fell 8 cents last week
Sunday's state average was $3.61 per gallon. That's 14 cents less than a month ago, 24 cents less than this year's high of $3.85 – recorded on August 17th.  more
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Your Auto’s Safety Net: The Lifesaving Potential of Driving Assistance Technology
"The full safety benefits of ADAS [advanced driver assistance systems] will not be realized unless they are fully understood by the consumer, used properly, and widely adopted.” more
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ICYMI-‘Everybody in that tunnel was trapped’: Driver caught in street takeover, as reckless racing continues to roar across South Florida
It’s one thing to watch this reckless behavior caught on camera. But it’s an entirely different story to be an innocent driver literally caught in the middle of one of these street takeovers. more
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Don’t be asleep at the Wheel, FLHSMV Raises Awareness of the Dangers of Driving Drowsy
While the campaign spans a month, the first week was dedicated to the memory of Ronshay Dugans, who in 2008 was killed while on a school bus when a drowsy driver hit it. See tips for safe driving when you're drowsy, more
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Florida Gas Prices Fell 17 Cents in Two Weeks
On Monday, the state average price for regular gasoline was $3.70 per gallon. That was almost 20 cents more than what drivers paid on Labor Day, last year.  more
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FHP reminds you to 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over'
Historically, this time of year sees a spike in impaired driving fatalities, and the goal of this campaign is to increase awareness and enforcement efforts to reduce these numbers. Penalties for DUI listed in article. more
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Travelers Mark Unofficial End of Summer over Labor Day Weekend
“Labor Day weekend will be the big sendoff to what has been an extremely busy summer travel season,” - see tips and strategies for your Labor Day plans. more
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ICYMI: Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Brooks Bridge Replacement Project
The $171 million project includes constructing two new parallel bridges over the Santa Rosa Sound to increase bridge capacity and improve traffic flow. more
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Florida gas prices drop 15 cents in 10 days
"The price of oil fell to its lowest level in a month, further reducing the cost of producing gasoline," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA - The Auto Club Group. Find out why, and what's up with Tampa Bay Port's tainted gas. more
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Safety and insurance tips to help residents prepare for Tropical Storm Idalia
“Now is the time to gather supplies, fortify your home and document your belongings,” said Jennifer Pintacuda, President of AAA’s Florida-based insurance providers. more
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FHP investigation uncovers criminal network responsible for the fraudulent sale of disabled person parking placards
The Florida Highway Patrol announced the arrest of seven individuals on charges related to the fraudulent procurement, issuance, and sale of approximately 700 disabled person parking placards. more
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Florida gas prices retreat from 2023 highs
Sunday's state average was $3.74 per gallon. That's the lowest daily average price since July 31. Despite the recent drop, Florida drivers are paying 8 cents more than this time last year.  more
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AAA Urges Drivers to Stay Alert as Students Return to School
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 64 percent of child pedestrians killed in traffic crashes occurred during the weekday (6 a.m. Monday to 6:00 p.m. Friday) in 2021 more
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Florida gas prices surge to new 2023 high
This is the fourth consecutive weekly jump at the pump. Sunday's state average of $3.83 per gallon is 57 cents per gallon more than what Florida drivers paid on Independence Day. more
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FLHSMV Prioritizes Education and Awareness of Child Safety This August
"It is up to us all to make sure that children, parents, and the community are educated and vigilant in ensuring that safety practices are in place and enforced daily." more
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Another one bites the dust: FHP chomps the competition and wins first place in the 2023 AAST Best Looking Cruiser Competition!
This week, the American Association of State Troopers (AAST) announced the winner of its 2023 America's Best Looking Cruiser Competition is the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). Final results were … more
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ICYMI: Toll Relief Program Marks Halfway Point Providing Customers with More Than $227 Million in Savings
 The year-long program automatically gives frequent users with at least 35 monthly toll transactions a 50 percent toll credit to their account. more
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Vote FHP in the '2023 America’s Best Looking Cruiser Contest' and help us take a bite out of the competition!
Competitors from across the nation will submit pictures representative of their state and vie for the opportunity to win the vote and be named best-looking cruiser. Vote for Florida Highway Patrol here. more
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First Do No Harm: Prioritize Roadway User Safety Before Raising Speed Limits
Drivers desiring faster commutes might view a higher speed limit as a boon, but is it always the safest choice? AAA’s research results varied across 12 roadway sites examined. All had new posted speed limits— six raised and six lowered. Here are the key findings. more
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Florida gas prices decline six cents as 2.45 million Floridians prepare for Independence Day travel
On Monday, Florida gas prices averaged $3.35 per gallon. That's 6 cents less than the week before and the lowest daily average price in two weeks.  more
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Statewide coalition launches Just Drive - Hands-Free Florida campaign to stop distracted driving and combat rising fatalities
The lives of countless families and individuals across the state of Florida are forever changed because of the prevalence of distraction while behind the wheel. Although underreported, more than 945,380 crashes were caused by distracted driving on Florida roads from 2012 to 2022. more
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AAA: Florida gas prices decline six cents last week
After reaching a 4-week high of $3.47 per gallon on Tuesday, the state average steadily declined a total of 6 cents by Sunday.  more
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