Major Pileup in Central Florida Caused by Brush Fire
Posted on January 9, 2008
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Four Killed In Deadly I-4 Pileup
Early this morning, January 9, 2008, a brush fire, coupled with low-lying fog, reduced visibility to zero on I-4 between Lakeland and Orlando, FL.
At least 50 vehicles were involved in the pileup, as vehicles crashed into each other, killing 3, and injuring at least 16. Several vehicles, including six tractor-trailers, burned completely. There is a good slideshow of the crash at the link above .
Some tips for driving in fog or foggy areas:
Pay attention. Light or moderate fog can turn into a whiteout without warning.
Reduce your speed. However be mindful that if you slam on the brakes, the guy behind you might not see you until too late. Finally, I heard this advice from a state trooper in these type of situations. If you are in one of these no-visibility pileups:
Pull off to the side of the road, and turn your lights OFF. His reasoning was if you leave your lights on, the vehicle behind you are going to follow your tailights right into the back of you.
Sounds like sound advice.
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