Visalia, CA: Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Traffic Crash on Road 152
Rider Hospitalized after Visalia Crash on Road 152 near Avenue 296
Visalia, California (February 27, 2021) – A motorcyclist is nursing severe injuries after being involved in a traffic crash Friday afternoon in Visalia, according to a report by the California Highway Patrol.
The report said the rider was on a gray Yamaha Star and collided with a gray Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck at around 5:13 p.m. on Road 152, just a mile north of Avenue 296.
The vehicles were blocking both southbound and northbound lanes after the crash.
Firefighters and paramedics responded to the scene to help the victims.
The rider was severely injured in the crash. The victim was transported to the hospital by ambulance in unknown condition.
It was not clear if the occupants of the pickup truck were injured.
Both the motorcycle and the pickup truck were towed away from the scene. The pickup had a missing left rear tire.
CHP is investigating to determine the cause of the crash.
An Overview of Motorcycle Accident Statistics in California
- More than 500 motorcyclists died, and more than 15,500 were injured in 2017 in California.
- About 80% of all annual motorcycle accidents result in injuries or death.
- California has over 800,000 registered motorcycles, the largest in the nation.
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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