Mill Valley, CA: Motorcyclist Airlifted after Traffic Crash on Panoramic Highway
Rider Sustains Major Injuries in Mill Valley Crash on Panoramic Highway
Mill Valley, California (April 18, 2021) – A motorcyclist was airlifted to the hospital after a traffic crash that happened Saturday morning in Mill Valley, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The incident occurred at around 11:44 a.m. in the 5760 block of Panoramic Highway.
A motorcycle crashed for unknown reasons and ended up down an embankment.
Firefighters and paramedics responded to the scene after receiving reports of the accident.
The rider sustained major injuries including a dislocated shoulder. An air ambulance was dispatched to the scene to transport the patient to the hospital.
CHP is investigating to establish the cause of the accident.
An Overview of Motorcycle Accident Statistics in California
- More than 500 motorcyclists died, and more than 15,500 were injured in 2017 in California.
- About 80% of all annual motorcycle accidents result in injuries or death.
- California has over 800,000 registered motorcycles, the largest in the nation.
Tips for Safe Riding of Motorcycles
- Ensure you are properly licensed before riding a motorcycle.
- Practice how to operate a motorcycle properly.
- Wear the proper protection.
- Ride responsibly.
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