Merced, CA: 2 Motorcyclists Seriously Injured in Crash on Interstate 5
Man, Woman Airlifted after Merced Motorcycle Accident on Interstate 5 near Shields Avenue
Merced, California (June 24, 2021) – Two motorcycle riders were seriously injured in a Thursday traffic collision in Merced, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The major injury crash happened on Interstate 5 near Shields Avenue exit.
CHP said a man and woman were riding separate motorcycles on Interstate 5 when a car veered onto the wrong side of the road and struck them.
As a result of the crash, the car and one of the motorcycles burst into flames.
2 Severely Injured in Merced Collision
The two motorcyclists sustained major injuries and were airlifted to a hospital. Both are expected to survive.
The driver of the car, a man in his 90s, had minor injuries.
No further details about the crash were immediately provided.
The accident 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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