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Brevard District Chief injured in accident along I-95

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — A Brevard County District Chief is recovering after being hit while they responded to a scene along I-95.

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The vehicle the District Chief was sitting inside was hit while working a scene Sunday evening along I-95.

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Brevard County Fire Rescue said the Chief would be okay, but they wanted to remind drivers about the importance of obeying the “Move Over law.”

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The law requires vehicles to move over a lane for emergency vehicles or slow down to 20 mph below the posted speed limit.

WFTV has contacted Brevard County Fire Rescue for any updates on the District Chief’s condition.

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We have also contacted the Florida Highway Patrol and the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office regarding any criminal charges against the driver of the other vehicle.

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