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19-Year-Old Passenger Severely Injured In Single-Vehicle Crash Comments Off

According to the California Highway Patrol, at least one person was seriously injured as a result of a single-vehicle accident that took place on Jamestown Road last Tuesday.

The reports show that the 18-year-old driver lost control of his vehicle while attempting to negotiate a curve, which caused him to drive off the road and overcorrect before it crashed into a telephone pole. According to a series of news agencies, the 19-year-old passenger was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries while the driver sustained moderate injuries.

The authorities are now investigating the accident. The California Highway Patrol should be able to make the factors linked to this accident available in the near future.

For the full article, follow this link.

Posted on: 04-19-2013
Posted in: car crash, News, personal injury

Single-Car Accident On Interstate 5 Claims Woman’s Life Comments Off

According to a recent official report by the California Highway Patrol, a woman from the Bay Area was fatally wounded as a result of a fiery single-car crash on the Interstate 5.

The woman allowed her vehicle to veer off the road while on the northbound lanes of the I-5, which caused her to attempt to bring the vehicle back to the road. The Ford Explorer she was driving ended up crossing both lanes before it rolled a number of times after she attempted to turn it right. The vehicle crashed into the center divider where it rested on its roof.

The woman was ejected as a result of the accident, resulting in fatal injuries. The authorities reported they arrived at the scene to find the vehicle engulfed in flames. The authorities are investigating the accident to learn exactly what may have caused it and if the driver had her seat belts buckled at the time of the accident or not.

Motorists in California should keep in mind that distractions and drowsy driving could be fatal. Staying focused on the road will help you to prevent accidents and stay safe.

For the full article and more details on this story, click here to read more.

Posted on: 04-17-2013
Posted in: car crash, News, personal injury

Man Loses Control Of Vehicle, Crashes Near Gonzales Comments Off

The California Highway Patrol has reported that an accident that happened near Gonzales has claimed a life.

The reports show that the crash occurred when the man allowed his pickup truck to veer off the road, which caused him to lose control of the vehicle since he attempted to bring the car back to the Gonzales River Road abruptly. The vehicle ended up rolling over as a result of the loss of control, causing it to land in a field. The driver was reportedly killed in the accident. Details concerning what led to his death and if he was ejected from the vehicle were not released.

Only one vehicle was involved in the crash, authorities reported. At this moment, the California Highway Patrol is investigating this accident and should have more details on this story available soon.

To read the full article, follow this link.

Posted on: 04-12-2013
Posted in: car crash, News, personal injury

Fatal Accident On Highway 118 Reported, Five Vehicles Involved Comments Off

According to the California Highway Patrol, at least five vehicles were involved in an accident that happened on Highway 118.

The reports have indicated that a 28-year-old driver was traveling on the westbound lanes of the Highway 118 on Monday when he allowed his vehicle to rear-end another car, causing the rear-ended vehicle to crash sideways into the oncoming traffic. This caused the vehicle to be involved in a second collision with a truck. The driver of the third vehicle involved in the accident suffered major injuries as a result of this collision.

The first vehicle ended up hitting yet another car on the westbound lanes, pushing the vehicle into another car driving straight ahead.

All five vehicles came to rest after the accident. Vehicle occupants were all taken to the hospital for treatment of their injuries. One person was fatally wounded as a result of the accident. Authorities closed the road for about two hours in order to have the accident investigated. Details concerning traffic and if others were affected were not announced. The causes behind this crash haven’t been immediately disclosed.

The California Highway Patrol should be investigating this crash more carefully. To learn more details concerning this accident, follow this link.

Posted on: 04-11-2013
Posted in: accident injury, car crash, personal injury

Collision North Of Kingsburg Claims Four Lives Comments Off

The California Highway Patrol has reported that four people were fatally wounded as a result of a collision that took place at the intersection of the Bethel and Mountain View avenues north of Kingsburg.

The Saturday night accident is now under investigation. The authorities that responded to the scene reported that two people were ejected from one of the vehicles as a result of the accident while two others suffered major injuries that ultimately led to their death. The pickup driver who failed to stop at the intersection is in a critical condition while the second driver is in fair condition.

To learn more about this accident, click here to read the full article.

Posted on: 04-10-2013
Posted in: car crash, News, personal injury

Man Killed In Monday Accident, CHP Says Seat Belt Wasn’t Engaged Comments Off

Multiple news agencies have reported that a 61-year-old man was fatally injured in a single vehicle crash that happened Monday.

The California Highway Patrol released a memo reporting that the man was operating his 2000 Ford Expedition on the westbound lanes of the Jamison Creek Road when the accident occurred. The causes behind this crash, however, were never disclosed.

The authorities arrived at the scene to find the Ford on its side off the road after it drove down a dirt embankment off the road. The man was found about 20 feet away from the crashed vehicle.

According to several media outlets, the man was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the collision, which may have caused the man to be ejected from the moving car.

The authorities are still investigating this accident and could have more details on this story available in the near future. The full article covering this accident can be found here.

It’s always heartbreaking to learn that an accident has claimed a life. Remember to buckle up when behind the wheel or occupying any vehicle. Having your seat belt on can keep you safe in the event of an accident. Studies show that the use of seat belts has proven to be effective so focus on the road and keep your seat belts fastened at all times while driving.

Posted on: 04-9-2013
Posted in: Accident Investigation, car crash, personal injury

Fatal Rollover Accident On Highway 43 Reported Comments Off

Drinking and driving may have been a factor in a fatal accident that happened Monday on the Highway 43, reports show.

The California Highway Patrol has reported that the vehicle involved in this accident ended up overturning several times once it veered off the road after the reportedly intoxicated driver lost control of the car.

The authorities reported that three people in the vehicle sustained moderate to serious injuries while one of the passengers was killed.

No other vehicles were involved in the accident, reports show.

The CHP is investigating the accident but you can find more details on this occurrence by clicking here.

Posted on: 04-4-2013
Posted in: Accident Investigation, car crash, personal injury

Californians more traffic-accident prone in rain, authorities say Comments Off

Los Angeles drivers are stereotypically more accident prone in rainy weather conditions, and recent accident reports indicate that precipitation has a strong correlation to an increase in auto accidents. Some safety experts hypothesize that drivers in LA are not as familiar with driving on wet roads as motorists in cities that receive more rainfall each year.

Auto safety advocates caution motorists to drive at slower speeds in the rain. If a vehicle hits several inches of water while traveling at a high velocity, the driver may lose his or her ability to control its trajectory, increasing the risk that the vehicle will become involved in an accident. possibly involving more than one vehicle. Several situations in adverse weather conditions — such as broken down vehicles, debris, previous accidents, and other obstacles — can require sudden braking, which is also much more effective at slower speeds. Braking earlier with less force is more effective on wet roads, when slamming the brakes suddenly can cause the vehicle to skid.

Keeping a safe following distance can prevent an accident in the event that the vehicle hydroplanes. Step off the gas pedal if the automobile does hydroplane, experts advise, and keep the vehicle as straight as possible. In the event that a driver is involved in a vehicle, authorities instruct drivers to continue steering the vehicle straight.

Posted on: 02-20-2013
Posted in: car crash

Traffic accidents increase by 300 percent in San Diego County on rainy day Comments Off

Between midnight and 6pm on Friday, 281 traffic collisions happened in San Diego County. Heavy rain, hail and snow fell across San Diego County causing an increase in collisions from the average almost 4 times. On typical mild weather days, an average of 50 to 75 collisions are reported. The California Highway Patrol reported more than 50 accidents on Friday in the two-hour span from 10am to noon alone. Higher elevations of the county saw moderate snowfall while lower-lying areas of the country received upwards of a quarter inch of rain. Warmer weather this week should give some relief to motorists.

Read the full article here:

Highway Crashes Quadrupled on Rainy Friday

Posted on: 02-11-2013
Posted in: car crash

Family cars outperform expensive luxury models in recent crash tests Comments Off

According to the latest crash test results released by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, consumers shopping for model year 2013 automobiles should use more than a vehicle’s price to determine its safety. Several family cars achieved higher safety ratings than their more expensive luxury counterparts, according to IIHS representatives.   While only two midsize luxury or near luxury sedan models, the Acura TL and the Volvo S60 earned the agency’s top safety ratings, 10 midsize moderately priced sedans earned the agencies highest distinction.

The Dodge Avenger, Ford Fusion, Honda Accord, Nissan Altima, Kia Optima, Subaru Outback, Subaru Legacy, Subaru Kizashi, Chrysler 200, Subaru Legacy, and the Volkswagen Passat all earned top safety ratings in the IIHS’s most recent crash test, which simulated the type of traffic accident that occurs when a vehicle’s front corner collides with an obstacle such as a tree, a telephone pole, or another vehicle. Both Toyota vehicles included in these crash tests earned poor safety ratings, according to IIHS representatives. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is an independent, not-for-profit, communication and research organization dedicated to reducing the number of collisions that occur on American roadways each year. It is funded by auto insurers. The agency plans to continue performing crash tests including more vehicle models in the coming year.

Posted on: 12-24-2012
Posted in: car crash, car safety
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