Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Severe Weather Threat Today
There remains a chance for severe thunderstorms this afternoon and early this evening. Large hail is the main hazard but damaging winds are also possible.
The threat for any tornadoes remains low but we can't rule it out at this point. Timing for the severe weather looks to be between 3 PM and 8 PM with storms moving south and east of the area after 8.
Monday, April 27, 2020
Butler man escapes injury in Polk County Crash
The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2008 Chevrolet 2500 driven by 81 year old Jack C. Baker of Butler, Missouri attempted to make a left hand turn from the right lane and struck the 1997 Geo Prizm driven by 34 year old Kyle S. Baylor of Humansville, Missouri.
Mr. Baylor sustained minor injuries in this accident and he was transported to Citizen's Memorial Hospital in Bolivar, Missouri for treatment.
Both vehicles was towed from the scene of the crash by Mike's Wrecker of Collins, Missouri.
Rich Hill man dies in early morning fatality accident in Bates County
The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 1997 Chevrolet 3500 driven by 70 year old Alvin J. Briscoe of Rich Hill, Missouri crossed the center line of traffic and traveled off the roadway striking a fence.
Mr. Briscoe was pronounced dead and released to Bates County Coroner Greg D. Mullinax.
Mid America Live News will update when more information is made available to us at a later time.
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Watch for Motorcycles
Campaign aims to increase motorcycle safety awareness for all road users.
JEFFERSON CITY – After being cooped up for weeks during the COVID 19 pandemic, warmer weather and the need for continued social distancing could find many more motorcycles on our roadways this spring and summer. The Missouri Department of Transportation and the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety want to remind motorists to “Watch for Motorcycles” in order to help prevent motorcycle crashes, deaths and injuries on Missouri roadways.
This awareness campaign will run during the month of May and on holidays through the summer.
“Preliminary data shows that approximately 15% of Missouri traffic fatalities in 2019 involved a motorcycle, with 120 motorcyclist lives lost” said Jon Nelson, MoDOT assistant to the state highway safety and traffic engineer. “We want to see that number decrease this year by reminding motorists to be mindful of motorcyclists on the road and by reminding both motorcyclists and other drivers to obey speed limits, put down the phone, and never drive impaired.”
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration offers the following tips to drivers on how to prevent a fatal crash with a motorcycle:
Allow the motorcycle the full width of a lane at all times.
Always signal when changing lanes or merging with traffic.
Check all mirrors and blind spots for motorcycles before changing lanes or merging with traffic, especially at intersections.
Never drive distracted or impaired.
Motorcyclists must also take precautions to remain safe on the road. Motorcyclists can increase their safety by following these steps:
Wear a DOT-compliant helmet and other protective gear.
Obey all traffic laws and be properly licensed and trained.
Wear brightly colored clothes and reflective tape to increase visibility.
Ride in the middle of the lane where you will be more visible to drivers. Never ride distracted or impaired. Anticipate the moves of other drivers and be extra cautious of road conditions and debris.
Experts recommend riders also complete motorcycle training before getting out on the road. There are 23 training locations in Missouri.
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