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The beach is associated with beautiful weather and fun, and Jacksonville Beach is no exception; however, as summer approaches, local law enforcement is reminding visitors to prioritize their safety as they have a good time.
Despite texting bans in almost all 50 states, distraction remains a prevalent problem among drivers, especially younger generations. But AAA says smartphones themselves — a common form of distraction — might hold the key to curbing this risky behavior.
Chris Naff, a public information officer with the St. Johns County Fire Rescue Department, highlighted four common mistakes that golf cart owners make when charging their batteries.
The Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee will hold a meeting Wednesday to hear testimony from Boeing’s president, among others.
Online shopping is quick, convenient, and sometimes cheaper—but a new Consumer Reports investigation reveals a hidden danger: What are supposed to be life-saving products sold on major online marketplaces could be putting your safety at risk.
Parents know a child car seat is one of the most important products they can buy. The seats must help protect the tiniest cargo in an emergency.
Orange Park Junior High School has enhanced its campus security with new safety protocols, including ID checks and increased monitoring of social media threats, to protect students and staff.
Freezing temperatures and snow are moving across Florida this week. AAA has advice to help residents stay safe while protecting their home and car.
A wintery mix is approaching Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, and snow is likely in Georgia, while most of Florida is set to see sleet and freezing rain.
The Kingsland Police Department started an Automated Photo Speed Enforcement Program in September. A captain of the department said early indications show the program is working
A Tallahassee father is on a mission to make Florida’s roads safer after losing his son a little over a decade ago.
Fireworks are a holiday favorite, but it’s important to understand the rules to avoid fines or injuries. In Florida, fireworks are only permitted on July 4th, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day.
School shootings have become an all-too-common occurrence in the news, and the tragedy earlier this week in Wisconsin has brought deep sorrow to another community.
The city of Atlantic Beach is asking for residents’ feedback to help shape its Safety Action Plan, a project aimed at tackling traffic concerns across the city.
If you plan on drinking this Thanksgiving, it’s important to plan ahead. But if you get stuck and don’t feel safe to drive, AAAs’ Tow to Go program will be available.
It’s a time of year when families get adventurous in the kitchen and those cool temperatures call for the heater. But if people aren’t careful things could light up fast.
With Halloween being one of the deadliest nights of the year for child pedestrians, News4JAX wants to give trick-or-treaters the tools to have the safest night of frights possible.
Many dressers are safer than before, thanks to new safety standards, but older models could still pose a deadly risk.
According to the National Fire Protection Association, every 24 seconds, a fire department responds to a fire somewhere in the U.S. Even the simplest things can potentially catch fire.
State laws that allow motorcyclists not to wear helmets are costing lives every year, according to a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
Consumer Reports explains why baby walkers are so dangerous and what parents can do to protect their children.
A new AAA analysis of five years of government crash data reveals a concerning trend: child seat and booster use declines after a child turns 3, despite the continued need for these safety devices.
Firefighters are encouraging people to think twice about where they store rechargeable batteries after a dog in Tulsa got ahold of one, chewed it and set its dog bed on fire.
Two safety groups -- Consumer Reports and the IIHS -- share their top picks and features so you know what to look for when buying a used car for your young driver.
Many people celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks, but remembering to create a plan before enjoying them is important to prevent injury.
The Fourth of July is considered one of the busiest and most dangerous times for boating. An increase in boaters on the water means an increased risk for accidents.
Max Ervanian, a training and operations officer with Ocean Rescue, said there are three things you need to do before you leave the house to better ensure your safety on the sand and in the water.
Drownings are increasing, which is why Consumer Reports explains it's critically important to follow basic safety precautions around pools, lakes, and the ocean.
Lightning strikes the U.S. about 25 million times a year! Your odds of being struck by it is one in 15 thousand. That sounds slim but if you play the lotto, your odds of winning is one in 300 million.
As temperatures start to warm up across the country and a lot more people are out and about, there are some safety tips to keep in mind when out at large gatherings.
Two children have died in hot cars so far this year. We're finding out how this type of tragedy can happen and ways to prevent another child from dying.
Deadly drownings for children under age 15 increased by 12% in 2021 compared to the previous year, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) annual drowning and submersion report.
Safety advocates encourage people to weigh down umbrellas if they're headed to the beach this weekend.
Every 68 seconds, someone is sexually assaulted in America, and out of every 10 victims of rape, nine of them are female. Fifteen percent of sexual assaults occur in public places, so it’s imperative to be aware of your surroundings and who you give any information to. Experts say it’s more than ok to tell a lie when it comes to your safety.
The St. Augustine Police Department (SAPD) is gathering opinions from community members to understand how they could serve them better.
Three whistleblowers are warning of potential danger on Northeast Florida’s iconic drawbridges: downtown Jacksonville’s Main Street Bridge, St. Augustine’s Bridge of Lions, the Crescent Beach Bridge, and the Ortega River Bridge.
Following our I-TEAM investigation on apartment safety, the director of a company who conducts safety assessments shared his thoughts on the law that's designed to make apartments safer.
Charlie’s House is the nation’s first safety demonstration home -- designed from the ground up -- and dedicated to reducing at-home accidents and injuries.
Four popular, large pick-up trucks fell short in front-end crash tests measuring back seat safety, according to a new report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
Halloween is right around the corner, and with over 44 million children gearing up to transform into witches, wizards, pirates, and princesses, it's important for parents to be aware of some crucial safety measures. Here are some tips to ensure a safe and happy Halloween.
Friday at noon, festivities kick off for the Florida-Georgia game, which draws in tens of thousands of visitors to the city. To help keep everyone safe and ease the minds of attendees, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office will have safety measures in place.
More than 60,000 biometric gun safes are being recalled because of a serious safety hazard and risk of death caused by a programming feature that can allow unauthorized access to the safes.
In this week's SnapJAX Stories, a first-time snapper saw a fire truck with the lights on at a Southside gas station and knew it was an emergency. She pulled out her phone and started recording. Luckily, this story had a happy ending.
Consumer Reports is sounding the alarm about a popular product for kids that can hurt or even kill younger children.
Approximately 87% of children who die in hot cars are age 3 or younger and the majority (56%) were unknowingly left by an otherwise loving, responsible parent or caregiver.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission said serious injuries related to fireworks that end with a trip to the emergency room remain high. Here's how to celebrate safely.
With the very real dangers at the beach, it’s understandable that first responders would be seeing red over the theft of warning flags meant to keep beachgoers safe.
Meteorologist Katie Garner got a chance to go out with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to see the issues they deal with firsthand on the St. Johns River.
The St. Johns County School District said its working to exterminate some bugs from its adoption of a new, remote panic alert system in response to the passage of Alyssa’s Law.
Florida lawmakers are considering a series of changes to bring state car seat requirements more in line with national guidelines.
A law office in South Florida took a look at data from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, collected between 2017 to 2021, and came up with the most dangerous days and times to hit the road.
TikTok is under fire as the Biden Administration pushes to ban the app nationwide. The app’s parent company Bytedance is Chinese-owned, and lawmakers fear the company could turn over users' data to the Chinese government.
Fireworks will ring in the start of the New Year, but firing guns in the air should not. Celebratory gunfire in Florida is illegal and police advise leaving firearms out of New Year’s festivities.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said from Christmas to New Year's Day there were 209 drunk driving related deaths nationwide in 2020.
A recent report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows more than half of people involved in serious or deadly crashes had drugs or alcohol in their system.
No one ever thinks it will happen to them, but Jacksonville Fire and Rescue said it receives calls on Thanksgiving day all the time about fires or burns from a turkey frying accident.
From EMTs to Road Rangers, first responders help keep traffic moving and try their best to keep people out of harm’s way, sometimes getting hurt themselves.
Around Halloween, many parents worry about trick-or-treating safety, sugar crashes and ruined bedtimes. But there’s something you might not be thinking about but should be: toxic ingredients in your kids’ face paints and powders
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody said this could be the scariest Halloween of her lifetime -- that is why she’s warning families to watch out for candy tainted with the deadly drug fentanyl.
