Minor problems with first snowstorm (58) Dec 2, 2008
RACINE COUNTY The first snowstorm of the season caused some minor problems and delays here Monday, including traffic accidents, power outages and late starts for a couple of schools. Early Monday about 19,000 We Energies customers were without power, according to spokesman Barry McNulty. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Thai court verdict looms as blast kills protester Dec 2, 2008
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Specific DNA Variations Of The Serotonin Transporter Gene Can Influence Drinking Intensity Dec 1, 2008
Ohio State University scientists have created software that can identify traffic accident hot spots on state roadways. Right now, it is being used by. (Science Daily)
Modesto JC player remembered as quiet, likeable Dec 1, 2008
Friday marked the one-year anniversary of a major traffic accident involving former basketball player Mo Alaniz. He remains in a coma. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Update: Rain Creates Problems for Holiday Drivers Dec 1, 2008
By 3 pm Sunday, State Police had already responded to 21 traffic accidents. Three of them involved injuries. (WTVR.com, VA)
Traffic accidents leave nine people injured Nov 29, 2008
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Chat, send scores Nov 29, 2008
Lowndes Band has been held up by traffic accident on 285 waiting on tv for coin toss. By NHS. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
18yo still on the run after fatal Gold Coast crash Nov 29, 2008
An 18-year-old facing 12 charges over a fatal traffic accident on the Gold Coast last weekend remains on the run. Madison Jo Randell escaped from police after he was treated for a wrist injury at the Gold Coast Hospital on Thursday night. (ABC Regional Online)
Exercise safety when driving Nov 28, 2008
One cannot read a daily newspaper or watch the evening news without reading or hearing about another traffic-related injury or fatality and I'm sure most families have been affected in some way by traffic accidents. Yet people continue to drive as though they leave their brains at home when they get in their vehicle. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Crash, bang: $120,000 goes on down the road Nov 28, 2008
Washington County Sheriff Rob Gordon said traffic accidents are unfortunate but happen because of how frequently the deputies drive. "It's just something we're going to have to pay and apologize for," Gordon said. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
First aid needed: Doctors Nov 28, 2008
Suhartono said traffic accidents were the most common cause of injury in the capital, compared to workplace and domestic accidents and fires. "About 90 percent of traffic accident victims are of productive ages. It is such a waste. We must not ignore it.". (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Report on Dizaei passed to CPS Nov 27, 2008
The other inquiries are believed to concern the alleged misuse of a corporate credit card and claims that he advised a defence lawyer in the case of a woman involved in an road traffic accident. At the time of his suspension by the Metropolitan Police Authority (MPA) it said the action was "not a disciplinary sanction" and "should not be taken as a presumption of guilt". (BBC News -- UK)
Rainfall sets records in Los Angeles Nov 27, 2008
The Pacific storm that rolled into the area Tuesday, prompting officials to issue mudslide warnings in the burn areas, caused power outages and traffic accidents and further snarled roadways already jammed with early holiday drivers. Residents of the fire-ravaged neighborhoods of Yorba Linda were roused from their sleep at 2 a.m. Wednesday and ordered to evacuate because of the rain but were allowed to return home later in the day. (Los Angeles Times)
Major terror attack in Mumbai, India Nov 27, 2008
Small traffic accidents can and do kill more people than that every day. We get it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Dangerous Holidays For Drivers Nov 27, 2008
"Any time you have a long weekend," says Kelly, "you have increased car travel, which increases exposure to traffic accidents.". Curse of the Long Weekend Whereas some holidays can escape this prescription by occasionally falling midweek, Thanksgiving, and are blighted by design. (Forbes)
Storm brings rain, wrecks Nov 27, 2008
The storm that passed through Central California late Tuesday and on Wednesday dropped significant amounts of rainfall and contributed to a flurry of traffic accidents, but brought only a few flurries of snow to Sierra areas ... On Wednesday morning, the California Highway Patrol reported 113 traffic accidents from Modesto through Tulare County, many of them rain-related. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Man Accused In Fatal Crash Pleads Not Guilty Nov 27, 2008
Besides two counts of gross vehicular manslaughter, Coronado is facing two counts of driving under the influence causing injury and one count of leaving the scene of a traffic accident. He faces more than 41 years in state prison if convicted and is in jail on $1 million bail. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
UN urges end to abuses of women Nov 26, 2008
Women between the ages of 15 and 44 are at greater risk from rape and domestic violence than from cancer, traffic accidents, war and malaria, says the UN.. It says violence against women has been reported in every international or non-international warzone and that half of all women murdered are killed by their current or former partner. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Local Thanksgiving travel forecast looks good Nov 26, 2008
Last year during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, 12 fatal traffic accidents left 18 people dead. Seven of those accidents were alcohol-related. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Red light cameras result in fewer Tucson fines Nov 25, 2008
At the same time, average speeds are lower around certain intersections and the number of people injured or killed in traffic accidents has fallen since last year. The findings are expected to be presented Tuesday to the Tucson City Council. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Traffic Judge Convicted Nov 25, 2008
A jury convicted Melvin Neisner on four counts stemming from a traffic accident last spring. A motorcyclist was hurt when Neisner slammed on his brakes in an effort to stop the bikers from tailgating. (WCAX.com, VT)
Honk if You Know Why You're Honking Nov 25, 2008
A 2001 survey for the U.K. Institute of Traffic Accident Investigators shows that most people take two to three times as long to honk as they do to brake or steer. Professional drivers, like cabbies, are a bit quickerthey practice. (Slate)
REGION: Proposed tunnel project passes milestone Nov 24, 2008
In addition to the fault question, some people are worried about traffic accidents inside the tunnel. In 1999, 39 people died when a truck exploded inside the 7-mile Mont Blanc tunnel that links Italy and France. (North County Times)
ESCONDIDO: Police impound 72 vehicles at checkpoint Nov 24, 2008
Police officials maintain that both types of checkpoints bolster traffic safety, saying studies have linked unlicensed drivers to a greater percentage of traffic accidents. Critics contend the license checkpoints are unjust and disproportionately affect working-class, immigrant Latinos, many of whom are ineligible under state law to get driver's licenses because of their status as illegal immigrants. (North County Times)
Organizations resolve to make travel safer in '09 Nov 24, 2008
Traffic accidents last year in South Dakota claimed nearly 150 lives and injured more than 660 people. Beyond the human suffering, the accidents cost the state's economy 357 million. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Reconstruction works begins on Akatsi-Aflao highway Nov 22, 2008
President Kufuor called for care on the roads to reduce motor traffic accidents to the barest minimum during the political campaigns, the Christmas season and beyond. President Kufuor appealed for peaceful elections. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
3 Killed as Unrelenting Storms Batter Southland Nov 22, 2008
Hundreds of motorists skidded into minor traffic accidents. A Highland man remained stranded but safe in a San Bernardino County cave as raging waters outside prevented rescuers from reaching him. (Yahoo News -- Severe U.S. Weather)
Elk Point man dies after accident Nov 21, 2008
Posted: Friday, November 21, 2008 ELK POINT, S.D. -- An Elk Point, S.D., man died after he was involved in a traffic accident in the parking lot of the Elk Point post office. Elk Point Police Chief Ryan Fleek said police and first-responders were called about 10:20 a.m. Wednesday to a traffic accident at the city's post office, 123 W. Main St.. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
C-charge 'intolerable' for NHS Nov 21, 2008
"There similarly is likely to be an improvement in the incidence of road traffic accidents as a consequence to the overall reduction of vehicle/km and a mode shift away from private to public transport. Experience from the London congestion charge zone indicates there were 11 per cent fewer accidents in the second year after charging than during the previous 12 month period, compared with nine per cent across the rest of London. "Health benefits of increased walking and cycling due to the... (Manchester Evening News)
Rewriting history Nov 21, 2008
He had lost two fingers in a traffic accident as a truck load of people tried to flee the fighting. Ten people were killed in the accident and 48 wounded, the MSF co-ordinator reported. (BBC News -- Africa)
TV crews 'bashed' while drinking following Tathra tragedy Nov 20, 2008
These aggresors keep using alcohol as an excuse for everything - be it for rape, murder, death of a nice person/s or traffic accident. Sick of these excuses. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
3 Oahu traffic fatality victims identified Nov 20, 2008
As of today, 97 people have died in traffic accidents this year in Hawai'i as compared to 117 by this date in 2007. The updated 2008 island-by-island breakdown as compiled by The Advertiser. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Are you prepared for winter Nov 20, 2008
Concerning winter driving, Princeton Police Chief Tom Root said there are definitely more traffic accidents during the winter months, due to icy and snow covered roads and streets and decreased visibility. All drivers have to adjust to driving on the more hazardous winter roads, Root said. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Jacksonville woman frets losing her connection to bus for disabled Nov 20, 2008
Brinkley, who said she has an enlarged heart, arthritis in her legs and has been in several traffic accidents, disagrees and is appealing the decision. She will be allowed to keep using the special-needs bus until her appeal is decided. (Florida Times-Union)
Editor's Mailbag (Nov. 18) Nov 19, 2008
And traffic accidents happen anywhere there are cars, so just not driving 34 doesn't protect you from another one. " Jules wrote on Nov 18, 2008 6:42 PM:" Hey, Mary Kay, you could take a page out of the Corvallis rulebook and just repaint the library whatever color you want. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Weimar holiday cheer kicks off Nov 19, 2008
There were 36 motor vehicle citations issued in October and three traffic accidents worked. In other business the council. (Columbus Colorado County Citizen, TX)
Traffic cam issue has many sides Nov 19, 2008
A representative of Redflex told council members Thursday night that traffic accidents have decreased in cities that have used his product ... LM Girl wrote on Nov 17, 2008 8:47 AM:" It makes me wonder if they don't really have a problem with traffic accidents in Mason City from people who are running red lights, then are these cameras going to create a problem. In the article it states "But Councilman Jeff Marsters challenged him, citing, among other data, a Federal Highway Administration... (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Police & Fire Nov 18, 2008
Police & Fire - Juneau Empire. Story last updated at 11/17/2008 - 9:23 am. (Juneau Empire)
* World News Quick Take Nov 18, 2008
Pope Benedict XVI urged drivers to stay sober and alert on Sunday and prayed for those who have died in traffic accidents. On this third Sunday of November, we remember in a special way all those who have died as a result of traffic accidents, Benedict said as he delivered the Angelus prayer in St Peters Square. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Govt to scrap exclusive e-Kesihatan agreement Nov 18, 2008
It is part of the Governments efforts to reduce traffic accidents involving commercial vehicles. The concession for the scheme was given to Supreme Systems Sdn Bhd, which was also allowed to maintain a database of the drivers. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
The donor trail Nov 18, 2008
"You couldn't have much of a conscience if you weren't aware of that fact." Initially, there were feelings of guilt "because I knew after a week where the liver had come from. I knew he was called Martin, that he was 16 and that he had died suddenly, so I did have in my head that it might have been an RTA [road traffic accident]. I didn't want to write straightaway because it was like I was alive and this lady's son was dead. But eventually I told the transplant coordinator that I wanted to say... (guardian.co.uk)
Funeral for teen killed in wreck set for Friday Nov 18, 2008
A funeral will be held Friday for the Highland High School student who was killed in a traffic accident Saturday. Mesa police say Kelly Tracy and her brother Matthew were on their way to meet the Highland High School band for the Gilbert Days parade about 6:30 a.m. Saturday when they were struck nearly head-on by a driver near Sossaman and Guadalupe roads. (AZCentral -- News)
Tech Devices Unveiled To Improve Traffic Safety, Flow Nov 18, 2008
" President-elect Barack Obama and congressional leaders should consider such advances as they address improving the nations transportation infrastructure, the society said in a news release. The society listed problems technology can help overcome: Traffic accidents, which the society says occur every five seconds and kill more than 42,000 Americans each year. Wasted gas, which the society chronicles at 7 million gallons daily. Squandered time in traffic, as the average rush hour commuter... (Newsmax)
Nigeria: 6,110 Die Annually From Road Accidents - FRSC Nov 17, 2008
The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) has disclosed that no fewer than 6,110 Nigerians lost their lives annually to road traffic accidents across the country hence advising road users to adhere strictly to road traffic rules especially during the festive periods to check the disturbing trend. This disclosure was made by the Benue State Sector Commander of the commission, Mr. Sobowale Gbenga-Oke during the commemoration of the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Accident Victims in... (allAfrica.com)
MRSA's toll climbs, but hospital is slow to change Nov 17, 2008
suffered devastating burns in a traffic accident in Texas in 1980. When he was moved to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle to be closer to home, a culture test found he had MRSA. The outbreak that followed would take 15 months to stamp out. (Seattle Times)
Hit-and-run victim's family seeks answers Nov 17, 2008
A map of the Greater Toronto Area's fatal traffic accidents in 2008 to date. Peel police search for driver who fled after hitting Mandeep Bhagtana, 40, who died of his injuries Nov 16, 2008 07:07 PM Jim Wilkes Staff Reporter. (Toronto Star)
TEEN DRIVERS: Car accidents cut hundreds of lives short Nov 17, 2008
In 2007, 116 people ages 16-20 died in Mississippi traffic accidents, according to Mississippi Department of Public Safety statistics. "This is alarming, very alarming," said state Senate Transportation Committee Chairman Sen. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Limited living, unlimited life: A survival story Nov 17, 2008
JOHN PEMBERTON/The Times-UnionMina Elbers has had several near-death experiences, including a traffic accident that left her quadriplegic, and double pneumonia. Through it all, she earned a master's degree and worked as a counseling psychologist. (Florida Times-Union)
Troubled mall owner may file bankruptcy (1) Nov 16, 2008
"Classy.If that mall closes there are going to be a lot of folks out of a job. That is, by definition, a "big loss". Your flipness at job loss leads me to believe you are either super rich and therefore relatively impervious to the economic trainwreck, or, you are simply the kind of idiot who slows down at traffic accidents for a good eyeful.No excuse either way, but at least one isn't an idiot.Smile. ". mrh wrote on Nov 15, 2008 11:49 AM:" Cou..Cult.. What ever are you talking about? I never... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Artificial arm a true gift Nov 16, 2008
"And with many health insurers, consumers also have the option to purchase extra coverage, at an extra cost, she said, which might include better coverage for prosthetic devices, along with other competing medical services.Experts say a majority of upper-extremity amputations occur because of traffic accidents and severe trauma or cancers, although more injuries of this type have come out of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, where even the best body armor leaves the arms more exposed.Lower-limb... (Florida Today)
3 people taken to hospital after crash on Towanda Barnes, G.E. Nov 16, 2008
BLOOMINGTON Northbound traffic on Towanda Barnes Road was blocked from Pamela Drive to G.E. Road as Bloomington fire department and police department responded to a traffic accident at 6:20 p.m.. Bloomington Assistant Fire Chief Jim Tatman said three people were taken to Bromenn Regional Medical Center, Normal. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
1 injured in motorcycle crash Nov 16, 2008
A traffic accident that left two men with critical injuries happened just after 2 a.m. Saturday in Nassau County on I-95 southbound at Florida 200. A Chevrolet truck driven by 22-year-old Willis M. Strickland of Jacksonville was headed south when the driver lost control of the vehicle, the Florida Highway Patrol said. (Florida Times-Union)
Trial 'awkward' as incoming prosecutor wraps defense cases Nov 15, 2008
Circuit Judge Richard O. Watson cited Leon's remorse, his having had no serious traffic accidents until the crash and other factors in placing the trucker on 10 years' probation. No prison time. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Sparks police: Pedestrian right of way enforcement to occur Friday Nov 15, 2008
More grant monies in recent years, and media coverage has helped law enforcement reduce the number of pedestrians involved in traffic accidents over the past two years, Dyer said by phone Friday. Friday's effort is being paid for by a grant provided by the Department of Public Safety/Office of Traffic Safety, Dyer said. (KRNV.com, NV)
More of this story Nov 15, 2008
Fort Meade Volunteer Firefighters kept traffic moving after a three-car traffic accident occurred at the intersection of Highway 98 East/State Road 700, Avon Park Cut-off Road, and Lake Buffum Church Road on Nov. 5. According to Polk County Sheriff's reports, around 6:30 p.m. a 1956 Ford truck, driven by F.X. Kennerknecht, was traveling west on SR 700 and began making a left hand turn onto Avon Park Cutoff Road. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Accident on Interstate 75 southbound - exit 341 Nov 14, 2008
Motorists in Catoosa County should be aware of a traffic accident on Interstate 75 Thursday, Nov. 13. The accident, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation 511 Georgia Travel Info line, affects two left lanes on the southbound side of the interstate. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Live traffic: Accidents on M.I. and in Melbourne Nov 14, 2008
Friday, November 14, 2008. Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. (Florida Today)
Council goes slow on traffic cams Nov 14, 2008
Nelson provided statistics showing a decrease in traffic accidents in communities using Redflex cameras. But Councilman Jeff Marsters challenged Nelson s figures, saying his research showed big increases in rear-end accidents at intersections that had Redflex cameras. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Most dangerous holidays for drivers Nov 13, 2008
"Any time you have a long weekend," says Kelly, "you have increased car travel, which increases exposure to traffic accidents.". Curse of the long weekendWhereas some holidays can escape this prescription by occasionally falling midweek, Thanksgiving, Memorial Day and Labor Day are blighted by design. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Truck driver charged in 2 deaths gets probation Nov 13, 2008
The judge listed some factors in reaching his sentence, including Leon had no criminal record, had only one prior minor traffic accident and had shown remorse. "All I can tell you," Watson told Leon, "is that I have no doubt in my mind that you are a truly remorseful man and that you would in fact exchange places with these victims and their families if you could. But that's not possible.". (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Husband's Coffin Kills Widow Nov 13, 2008
Police say a woman has died on the way to a cemetery when a traffic accident hurled her husband's coffin against the back of her neck. Police said 67-year old Marciana Silva Barcelos was in the front passenger seat of the hearse when the accident occurred Monday in the southern state of Rio Grande do Sul. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Lawsuits filed against anesthesiologist Nov 13, 2008
The Aplington woman had pelvis and other injuries from a traffic accident and went to see the doctor in February 2007. She alleged Afzal pressed on her groin area during an examination. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Defense rests in ex-judge's fraud trial Nov 13, 2008
On Monday, fellow Superior Court Judges Elliott and Musmanno testified on Mr. Joyce's behalf that he complained of back problems in 2002, after a low-speed traffic accident. Agent Smith said the judges told him the complaints occurred in 2001, before the August 2001 accident. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Police beef up patrols on Highway 34 (97) Nov 13, 2008
The increased patrols follow dozens of traffic accidents along the highway this month. Drivers can expect to see more troopers and deputies along the road between 7 and 9:30 a.m.. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Ft. Bliss Tries To Reduce Soliders In Crashes Nov 13, 2008
KFOX Weekend Assignments Editor/Associate ProducerFort Bliss is taking action to reduce the number of traffic accidents involving soldiers ... They visited six sites throughout the city where soldiers have lost their lives in traffic accidents. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
