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Severe Thunderstorms Threaten West and Central Texas: Enhanced Risk Alert
Texas, May 30, 2024 – Residents of west and central Texas are being urged to prepare for severe thunderstorms forecasted to strike the region this afternoon and into the night. The National Weather Service has issued an Enhanced Risk warning, classified as level 3 of 5, indicating the potential for significant severe weather events.
Ephrata Woman Faces Charges for Fraud & Theft at Performing Arts Center
On Wednesday, May 29, 2024, the Ephrata Police Department brought charges against 38-year-old Megan L. Riggs, a former employee of the Ephrata Performing Arts Center (EPAC). Riggs, a resident of Elizabethtown, PA, faces one count of Access Device Fraud, classified as a felony, and one count of Theft by Deception, a misdemeanor.
Bartow Police Officer Arrested for Involvement with Underage Females, Drugs, and Alcohol
Polk County, FL. - A Bartow Police Department officer found himself in custody following an investigation led by detectives from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office at the request of the Bartow PD. The officer in question, 24-year-old Markanthony Fernandez, faced charges on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at the Polk County Jail. The charges against Fernandez included four felonies and six misdemeanors related to incidents that transpired over the weekend of February 3, 2024, events captured on video by Fernandez and shared with his colleagues at Bartow PD, who promptly reported the concerning activities to their superiors.
Urgent Evacuations as Brush Fire Engulfs 20+ Acres in Frostproof, FL
Frostproof, FL - A significant brush fire has erupted in Frostproof, Florida, rapidly spreading across more than 20 acres. The blaze is currently situated at the intersection of HWY 27 and Lily Creek Road, prompting an urgent response from multiple agencies.
Firefighters Save Trapped Driver Under Semi on US 27
By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) Haines City, FL – According to Haines City Fire Rescue, in the early hours of this morning, a dramatic and life-saving rescue unfolded at the intersection of US 27 and SR 544, as Haines City Fire Department responded to a severe vehicle accident involving a passenger vehicle and a semi-truck.
Fatal Collision Claims 58-Year-Old Pedestrian on SR 40 in Lakeland
By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) Lake County, FL – A tragic accident in Lake County early this morning resulted in the death of a 58-year-old pedestrian. The incident occurred at approximately 4:07 AM on May 29, 2024, at the intersection of State Road 40 and Blue Creek Lodge Road.
Intense Standoff: SWAT Tanks Breach Haines City Home
By Staff Writer | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC News & Media) Haines City, FL – Today marked an intense day in Haines City as a barricaded subject held local law enforcement and residents in suspense from 2:30 PM onwards. The standoff, which lasted for several hours, took place at the intersection of Bradbury Road and Hinson Avenue E, drawing a substantial response from multiple agencies.
Urgent Community Alert: Search Underway for Missing Person Jamal Shatay Sanders
HAINES CITY, FL – The Haines City Police Department is urgently requesting the community’s assistance in locating Jamal Shatay Sanders, a missing and endangered individual last seen on May 25, 2024. Sanders, known for his distinctive long braids adorned with gold beads, was last spotted wearing a white shirt.
Late-Night Orlando Crash: Multiple Officers Injured
Orlando, FL – According to the Orlando Fire Department, a severe vehicle crash in the early hours at midnight has resulted in multiple injuries among law enforcement officers, according to Orlando Police Department officials. The incident occurred at the intersection of S. Rio Grande Ave. and Carter St. in Orlando around midnight.
Fatal Pasco County Crash on Wells Road: Pedestrian Struck and Killed
Pasco County, FL - Tragedy struck Wells Road in Pasco County on Monday night as a pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle. According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), the incident occurred around 9:20 PM when a Ford Mustang, driven by a 45-year-old woman from Wesley Chapel, was traveling westbound.
Propane Leak Safely Resolved: Highlands County Hazmat Response
Highlands County, FL. – Just after 4 p.m. yesterday, Highlands County Fire Rescue crews were dispatched to a hazmat situation on Tanglewood Parkway. The incident involved a 500-gallon underground propane tank leaking from its regulator.
$10K Reward: Help FBI Solve St. Louis Bus Stop Assault
By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) St. Louis, MO – The FBI's St. Louis division has issued a public appeal for assistance in tracking down an assailant responsible for a violent attack on a man at a city bus stop. The incident, which occurred on February 6, 2024, saw a white male victim assaulted while he was waiting for a bus in the Central West End neighborhood.
The Devil's Chair: Florida's Eerie Landmark
Nestled in the quaint, spiritually charged town of Cassadaga, Florida—known as the "Psychic Capital of the World"—lies a mysterious and slightly unsettling attraction that beckons the curious and the brave. This is the Devil's Chair, a local legend wrapped in myth and sitting quietly in the Lake Helen-Cassadaga Cemetery. If you're a traveler with a penchant for the paranormal or a taste for the tales that history whispers, this eerie landmark offers a uniquely Floridian experience.
Emergency Crews Respond to Large Brush Fire at Charlie Wheeler Community Park in Poinciana
By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) Poinciana, FL – A large brush fire erupted early this afternoon at Charlie Wheeler Community Park, located at 3900 Laurel Ave in Poinciana, drawing a significant response from multiple emergency service units.
Sleepy Driver Causes Traffic Chaos: US-19 Southbound Lanes Shut Down
By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) Publish Date: May 27th, 2024]'../. Pinellas County, FL. - A major traffic disruption unfolded this morning on US-19 after a tractor trailer crash led to the closure of all southbound lanes at the Curlew Road intersection. According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), the accident occurred at approximately 9:45 AM when the driver of the tractor trailer, carrying a large quantity of palm oil, fell asleep and veered into a construction area.
Devastating Fatal Crash Claims Life of 57-Year-Old Riverview Man on Gibsonton Drive
By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) Hillsborough County, FL. - According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a devastating traffic accident occurred at noon on May 26, 2024, on Gibsonton Drive in Hillsborough County, resulting in the death of a 57-year-old man from Riverview. The incident involved a collision between a Nissan Frontier and a BMW motorcycle.
59-Year-Old Cyclist Killed in Fatal Osceola County Collision
By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) Osceola County, FL. - According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a tragic crash early this morning in Osceola County resulted in the death of a 59-year-old man from West Palm Beach. The incident occurred around 8:51 A.M. at the intersection of Florence Villa Road and Westside Boulevard.
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