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Fiery Rollover Crash, 1 dead, Caused by Tire Tread Separation


Posted on Aug 23, 2010

A Miami-bound family of seven was involved in a deadly crash late July on I-75 after the SUV's right, read tire tread separated, causing the vehicle to rollover several times before catching fire.

The 42 year old driver of the Ford SUV, was ejected and pinned under the vehicle, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).  The driver, who failed to use a safety belt, was pronounced dead upon arrival.

Four other family members, who also failed to wear safety belts, were thrown from the vehicle as it rolled over and received injuries ranging from minor to critical.

Two vehicle occupants, ages 73 and 74, were wearing seat belts and received only minor injuries.

The Miami family was travelling southbound on I-75 near Gainesville, Fla., after attending a funeral in Georgia.

The fiery wreck blocked all 6 lanes of traffic for several hours, leaving only the burned frame of the SUV in the median.  FHP urges all motorists to check tire health and safety before travelling.

For more information: 

Tire Failure Causes Fatal Rollover

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