Modesto, CA: Pedestrian Hit, Killed by Train near Santa Fe Avenue and Parker Road
Person Killed in Modesto Pedestrian Accident near Santa Fe Avenue and Parker Road
Modesto, California (March 10, 2021)– A pedestrian died after being struck by a train Tuesday night in Modesto, according to a local news source.
The deadly accident happened at around 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 9, near Santa Fe Avenue and Parker Road.
Authorities said the pedestrian was hit by a cargo train east of Claus Road.
The pedestrian, whose name has not been disclosed pending notification of next of kin, was pronounced dead at the scene.
The train stopped after the crash.
Further details about the crash were not immediately provided, and the accident remains under investigation.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
The number of pedestrians being seriously injured or killed in California is increasing every year due to the growing numbers of people walking in the streets and the ever-increasing number of motor vehicles on the roads.
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.
Safety Tips for Drivers
- Look out for pedestrians, particularly in hard-to-see conditions, for example, at night and in bad weather.
- Yield and be ready to stop whenever a pedestrian has the right-of-way.
- Be cautious when parking or backing up – pedestrians can move across your path.
- Observe all traffic rules.
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