Increased Enforcement Bolsters Effectiveness Of Distracted Driving Laws

The United States Department of Transportation is very proactive about doing everything possible to reduce injuries and fatalities on the roadways. At the present time distracted driving, largely through the use of cell phones for texting and even talking on a handheld device, is one of the biggest causes of traffic accidents. We try to [...]

Port Richey Youth Hospitalized After Pool Incident

Yesterday we reported on the sad news about the drowning death of 2-year-old Juan Bermudez, who died after gaining access to the family backyard pool. Unfortunately this was not the only water-related accident that took place on Monday. 14-year-old Port Richey youth Jimmy Walker nearly drowned in his family’s above the ground pool. He and [...]

Child Dies In Pasco Pool Accident

We are forced to pass on some very, very sad news on this day. According to a story that is appearing at TampaBay.com (which is the online version of the St. Petersburg Times) two-year-old Juan Bermudez of 3606 Heron Island Dr. in New Port Richey drowned to death in his family’s backyard pool. The incident [...]

Stay Cognizant Of Nursing Home Abuse

We live during very interesting times, and one of the most stunning demographic trends of our era is the rapid aging of the population. Senior citizens are the fastest growing group among us because the baby boomer generation is now reaching retirement age. That statement seems innocent enough, but when you examine the facts they [...]

Beware Of The Unexpected On The Roadways

Driving can become such an automatic, repetitive exercise that it can lull you into a less than ideal frame of mind from a safety perspective. When you drive the same few routes frequently, to work, to school, to the stores, and to the homes of family and friends you can feel like you are on [...]

Use Caution When Driving In Rain

We have been experiencing some severe weather conditions in Pasco County today and it  brings to mind a very important matter. Wet, windy conditions present a real and present danger and they are not to be taken lightly. Many people get it into their heads that they are going to do something on a given [...]

AAA Guide to Teen Driver Safety

They say that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, and this is certainly true when it comes to highway safety.  One of the keys to keeping yourself and others safe on the roadways is to be as informed as you can possibly be, and this is true for all drivers. But [...]

Federal Bill Prohibiting Cell Phone Use While Driving Proposed

There is a great deal of buzz going around right now in the public safety arena about the use of cell phones while driving.  The majority of states have laws against sending and reading text messages while driving, and there are some states that do not allow any handheld cell phone use at all. Up [...]

Man Dies In Pasco Swimming Pool Accident

During the summer months people love to get outside in the Florida sunshine, and there is nothing more refreshing than a nice dip in the pool. Many Pasco County residents have swimming pools in their backyards, and the fact that you have the ability to use your pool for such a large portion of the [...]

Be Safe Over The 4th Of July Weekend

We have entered the 4th of July weekend, and Independence Day is traditionally a time for cookouts, fireworks, and good times with family and friends. This is as it should be because as citizens of the greatest country on earth we have a great deal to celebrate. However, there are some some safety concerns to [...]

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