Riverside County, CA: Motorcyclist Hit, Injured by Semi-Truck on I-15 Freeway
Rider Hospitalized after Riverside County Motorcycle Accident on Interstate 15 Freeway near Temescal Canyon Road
Riverside County, California (April 21, 2021) – A motorcyclist was injured Wednesday morning in a traffic crash in Riverside County, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The CHP said the accident occurred at around 6:46 a.m. on Interstate 15 Freeway near Temescal Canyon Road.
The motorcyclist reportedly hit the tire of a semi-truck in the northbound lane of the freeway. The big rig then struck the rider.
After the collision, the big rig stopped on the right shoulder of the interstate while the rider and the motorcycle went down in the No. 1 lane.
According to the CHP, the motorcyclist sustained minor injuries and was treated at the scene by responding paramedics before being taken to a local hospital for further aid.
Further details about the accident were not immediately available.
The crash remains under investigation.
Motorcyclist Safety
The safe riding of a motorcycle can help reduce the number of motorcycle accidents that happen every day. Motorcyclists should be aware of the safety challenges that riders face while on California roadways and know how to respond to them. Such challenges include; Risky motorcycle riding practices like weaving at unsafe speeds, downshifting, reduced visibility by other road users, size of the motorcycle compared to other vehicles, among others.
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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