17OctClearwater, FL (October 15th, 2026) – Hyundai Motor America has recalled 94,622 vehicles nationwide after federal safety regulators identified a fire risk involving front power seat motors. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), certain 2015–2016 Hyundai Genesis and 2017–2020 Genesis G80 vehicles may catch fire while parked or driving if a power seat control switch becomes stuck and causes the motor to overheat.
17OctOrlando, FL (October 13th, 2026) – SeaWorld Orlando temporarily closed its Mako roller coaster following a fatal accident on the Goliath coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia on October 12, 2026. Both rides were manufactured by the same company and use similar restraint systems. SeaWorld described its decision as a precautionary measure. No defect has been identified with Mako, and there have been no reports linking the Florida coaster to the Georgia accident. However, the incident raises important questions about amusement park safety and who may be responsible when a ride causes serious injuries.
17OctPolk County, FL (October 7th, 2026) – A multi-vehicle crash involving a Polk County school bus killed two people and sent dozens to area hospitals recently. The bus was carrying 37 Winter Haven High School students when investigators say a Chevrolet Malibu crossed the center line on Lucerne Park Road and struck the bus. The impact sent the bus into oncoming traffic, where it collided head-on with a Jeep before overturning.
17OctClearwater, FL (September 30th, 2026) – Fontanini Foods LLC has recalled approximately 2,320 pounds of raw, frozen pork breakfast sausage that may contain clear, hard plastic. The recalled sausage was shipped to distributors in Florida and three other states for use in restaurants and other food-service establishments, not for direct retail sale to consumers.
17OctYbor City, FL (September 28th, 2026) – Two new lawsuits stemming from a deadly November 2025 Ybor City crash now name not only the driver, but also the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, the City of Tampa, and Bradley’s on 7th. The lawsuits allege negligence connected to the law enforcement pursuit that preceded the crash, along with other alleged failures.
17OctClearwater, FL (September 24th, 2026) – More than 21,000 NEWDERY portable power banks sold on Amazon have been recalled because their lithium-ion batteries can explode or catch fire. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) says the company has received reports of the power banks exploding or igniting.
