San Dimas, CA: 2-Car Crash on Highway 57 and Covina Boulevard
Injuries Sustained after San Dimas Crash on Highway 57 near Covina Boulevard
San Dimas, California (July 18, 2019) – Injuries were sustained after a two-vehicle crash Wednesday night in the area of San Dimas, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash happened at around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, on southbound Highway 57, just north of Covina Boulevard.
2-Car Crash on Highway 57 in San Dimas
An ambulance was sent to the scene to attend to the crash victims. The names of the patients and their current condition were not immediately known.
Tow trucks were requested to remove the vehicles from the crash site.
A SigAlert was issued closing the lanes following the crash.
No additional details concerning this crash were provided.
An investigation is ongoing.
What Causes Car Accidents
Drivers are obliged by law to maintain a safe distance with the car ahead of them. Most of the traffic collisions happen when motorists make unsafe left turns. The California Vehicle Code 21801 requires motorists turning left or making a complete U-turn upon a highway or turning left into a private or public property or an alley should yield the right-of-way to all cars oncoming from the opposite way that are close enough to cause risk at any time during the turning movement.
Where to Get Help after Traffic Crash
It is unfortunate that thousands of people are hurt in traffic collision across California every year. The negligent motorists cause most of these accidents. Over speeding, driving under the influence, driving while using a cell phone, driving while tired, violating traffic laws are avoidable factors.
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