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July 16, 2019
A dump truck overturned in Hernando County while avoiding a head-on collision with an SUV, just a few days ago.
The dump truck was traveling eastbound when an SUV was passing several vehicles illegally, according to the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office.
As the SUV approached the dump truck, the driver of the truck steered it into the shoulder to avoid a head-on collision.
The driver then lost control of the dump truck, causing it to overturn and spill lime rock gravel across SR-50.
The crash closed SR-50 from US-301 to SR-471 for several hours.
Anyone with information regarding the SUV involved is asked to contact the Florida Highway Patrol by calling 813-558-1800.
While head-on collisions account for just a small percentage of motor vehicle accidents in the United States, those involved in this type of crash are more likely to be severely injured than in other types of vehicle crashes. Head-on collisions account for only 2 percent of motor vehicle accidents, but the fatalities associated with these crashes account for 10 percent of all traffic accident fatalities. Head-on collisions are absolutely some of the most serious types of vehicle accident there can be. If victims of these accidents survive, they are usually left suffering from catastrophic injuries. Some of these injuries leave victims permanently disabled and/or disfigured.
In order to avoid causing a head-on collision, it is important to understand the main causes of these types of accidents.
The main causes of head-on collisions are:
If you happen to see a vehicle coming toward you in your lane, you do not have much time to react in order to prevent a devastating head-on collision. Our Hernando County Auto Accident Attorneys at Whittel & Melton want you to be aware of some of the defensive driving tactics that may help you get out of the way of a vehicle driving towards you in your lane.
If you or someone you love was injured or killed in a head-on collision, our Hernando County Auto Accident Injury Attorneys at Whittel & Melton are here to assist you with a personal injury or wrongful death claim. We proudly help victims of all types of traffic collisions, including head-on collisions, recover financial compensation from negligent and careless drivers.