Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Traffic Crash on California Avenue in Bakersfield
Rider Hospitalized after Bakersfield Motorcycle Accident on California Avenue and A Street
Bakersfield, California (March 6, 2021) – A motorcyclist was seriously in a traffic accident Friday night in Bakersfield, according to a local news source.
The major injury collision occurred at about 10:00 p.m. Friday, March 5, on California Avenue and A Street.
Details on what led up to the crash were not immediately available.
The motorcycle rider sustained major injuries in the crash and was transported to an area hospital. The name and condition of the victim were not immediately disclosed.
Westbound California Avenue between A Street and Oleander Avenue was blocked while the authorities conduct an 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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