Fresno, CA: Pedestrian Hit, Killed by Vehicle at Highway 99 and Ashlan Avenue
Person Killed in Fresno Pedestrian Accident at Highway 99 and Ashlan Avenue
Fresno, California (March 11, 2021) – A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle Thursday evening at a Fresno intersection, according to a local news source.
The deadly accident occurred shortly before 7:00 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 99 and Ashlan Avenue.
As per the report, the pedestrian was hit by a vehicle that was heading southbound on Highway 99 near Ashlan Avenue.
Pedestrian Struck and Killed by Car in Fresno
The pedestrian died in the accident. The name of the victim has not been disclosed pending notification of next of kin.
Two southbound lanes of Highway 99 were closed following the accident.
Further details regarding the crash were not immediately provided, and the accident remains under investigation.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
The number of pedestrians being seriously injured or killed in California is increasing every year due to the growing numbers of people walking in the streets and the ever-increasing number of motor vehicles on the roads.
Safety Tips for Pedestrians
- Make yourself visible to other road users by wearing bright colored clothes, reflector jackets, or using a flashlight when walking at night.
- Avoid distractions such as using your phone while on the streets.
- Cross streets on marked crosswalks and obey traffic lights.
- Always pay attention to your surroundings.
- Be predictable by observing all traffic rules and obeying signs and signals.
Safety Tips for Drivers
- Look out for pedestrians, particularly in hard-to-see conditions, for example, at night and in bad weather.
- Yield and be ready to stop whenever a pedestrian has the right-of-way.
- Be cautious when parking or backing up – pedestrians can move across your path.
- Observe all traffic rules.
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