Corning, CA: Pedestrian Hit and Seriously Hurt by Vehicle near Highway 99W and Sunrise Way
Major Injury Corning Accident near Highway 99W and Sunrise Way
Corning, California (March 21, 2021) – A pedestrian accident that took place near an intersection in Corning Saturday evening resulted in serious injuries.
The major injury crash took place near Highway 99W and Sunrise Way at approximately 7:52 p.m.
As per the California Highway Patrol report, a male party was crossing the street in front of the TA truck shop when he was hit by a truck.
1 Injured in Corning Crash
The unidentified pedestrian was hospitalized with major injuries sustained in the mishap.
Details regarding the involved motorist were not immediately established at the time of the report.
Meanwhile, Highway 99W was shut down for more than two hours following the mishap.
An investigation into the accident 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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