Fish Camp, CA: Pedestrian Struck and Injured by Vehicle on Summit Road near Forest Road
Fish Camp Accident on Summit Road near Forest Road Injures Pedestrian
Fish Camp, California (June 17, 2021) – A pedestrian was injured after being hit by a vehicle Wednesday morning in Fish Camp, a local news source reported.
The pedestrian accident happened at approximately 9:01 a.m., June 16, on Summit Road near Forest Road.
As per the California Highway Patrol report, a truck hit an individual on the highway under unclear circumstances.
Fish Camp Pedestrian Accident
The pedestrian possibly sustained a hip injury following the collision.
Limited details about this accident were released at the report time.
An investigation into the crash is underway.
Notable Pedestrian Accident Statistics According to the California Office of Traffic Safety:
- 893 pedestrians were killed, and more than 14,000 were injured on California roadways in 2018.
- California’s pedestrian fatality is almost 25% higher than the national average.
- California is among the leading states in pedestrian deaths.
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.
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