Motorcycle Crash Prompts SigAlert On Freeway, 3 Transported
October 3, 2020 - 12:42 pmLeave a comment2,000 Views
A motorcycle crash has prompted a SigAlert on the southbound 14 Freeway and southbound 5 transition, Saturday. Officials responded to reports of multiple motorcycles down in the 1 and 2 lanes of thesouthbound 14 Freeway and southbound I-5 transition, Saturday Oct 3, 2020 at approximately 12:17 p.m. When units arrived on scene they found multiple patients in need of medical ...
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Multiple Motorcycles Down In 5 Freeway Newhall Crash
September 25, 2020 - 1:23 pmLeave a comment18,524 Views
At least five motorcycles were involved in a Newhall crash on the 5 Freeway Friday afternoon, officials said. Around 1:10 p.m. Friday, first responders received reports of a traffic collision on the southbound 5 Freeway near Lyons Avenue, said Officer Josh Greengard, spokesperson for the California Highway Patrol (CHP) Newhall Area Office. “Multiple motorcycles are down,” Greengard said. As of ...
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Motorcyclist Hospitalized After 5 Freeway Crash In Newhall Pass
September 18, 2020 - 4:10 pmLeave a comment1,706 Views
A motorcyclist was sent to the hospital after a 5 Freeway crash in the Newhall Pass Friday afternoon, officials said. The crash was reported at about 3:45 p.m. Friday near the northbound 5 Freeway north of Highway 14, according to Frankin Lopez with the Los Angeles County Fire Department. “It was a motorcycle down,” Lopez said. One victim was assessed ...
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Motorcyclist Hospitalized After Colliding Over Center Divider In 14 Freeway Crash
July 27, 2020 - 10:41 amLeave a comment3,133 Views
A motorcyclist was hospitalized Monday morning after colliding over the center divider in a 14 Freeway crash, officials said. The incident was reported at about 10:24 a.m. Monday on the northbound 14 Freeway near Soledad Canyon Road in Canyon Country, according to Chris Thomas with the Los Angeles County Fire Department. “It was a motorcycle down in the southbound lanes,” ...
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One Motorcyclist Hospitalized In Canyon Country Crash
July 14, 2020 - 8:00 pmLeave a comment1,481 Views
One individual was hospitalized following a motorcycle crash on Grand Canyon Road in Canyon Country Tuesday night. At 7:25 p.m. Tuesday night, a traffic collision was reported on Grand Canyon Road in Canyon Country. “We got a citizen who called a motorcyclist went down on Grand Canyon,” said Supervisor Pittman with the Los Angeles County Fire Department. “When we got ...
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Motorcyclist Killed After Being Ejected In 14 Freeway Crash Identified
May 4, 2020 - 10:15 amLeave a comment16,411 Views
The motorcyclist killed after being ejected in a 14 Freeway crash Sunday has been identified, officials said. Leslie Trujillo, 64, of Hacienda Heights, was killed after crashing on the 14 Freeway on Sunday, according to a California Highway Patrol (CHP) accident report On May 3 at about 12:10 p.m. a Harley Davidson motorcycle was traveling southbound on the 14 Freeway ...
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SIG-Alert Issued For 14 Freeway After Fatal Motorcycle Crash
May 3, 2020 - 12:58 pm8 Comments15,363 Views
A fatal crash on the 14 freeway involving at least two motorcycles led to a SIG-Alert on the southbound 14 Freeway Sunday afternoon. Update (1:00p.m.): The No. 3 lane of the southbound 14 Freeway is expected to be blocked for at least 2 hours. SIGALERT UPDATE IN CANYON COUNTRY: SB SR-14 NORTH OF SOLEDAD CANYON RD – #3 LANE BLOCKED ...
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Man Killed In 5 Freeway Motorcycle Crash In Castaic Identified
May 3, 2020 - 12:28 pm2 Comments8,514 Views
The man killed in a crash on the I-5 Freeway in Castaic has been identified, officials said Sunday. Travis Jordan, 39, of El Paso, Texas, died in a solo-vehicle crash Saturday afternoon, according to the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner. The yellow Suzuki motorcycle and its rider had first been noticed at 11:47 a.m. by a Newhall Area ...
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Dirt Bike Rider Airlifted After Injury In San Francisquito Canyon
April 20, 2020 - 3:09 pm1 Comment4,723 Views
A dirt bike rider was airlifted Monday afternoon after a reported injury in San Francisquito Canyon, officials said. The incident was reported as an injury at about 2:40 p.m. Monday near San Francisquito Mountainway and San Francisquito Canyon Road, according to Marvin Lim, spokesperson for the Los Angeles County Fire Department. “It was a dirt bike down,” Lim said. L.A. ...
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Motorcyclist Hospitalized After Canyon Country Crash
April 16, 2020 - 9:06 pmLeave a comment3,344 Views
One motorcyclist was hospitalized after a Canyon Country crash Thursday night, officials said. Around 8:48 p.m., reports were received of a motorcyclist down on Sierra Highway near Jakes Way in Canyon Country, according to Supervisor Stafford with the Los Angeles County Fire Department. “It was a vehicle versus a motorcycle,” Stafford said. “We transported one to the hospital.” Other injuries ...
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FAQs
Trauma to the head can often result in memory confusion or loss. While memories regarding a traumatic event can be distorted due to the circ*mstances, having trouble remembering events before and after the accident could be a sign of an MTBI.
Are most motorcycle accidents the bikers fault? ›
Many drivers assume that motorcycle riders are reckless or careless on the road. But the facts say something different. Truthfully, most motorcycle accidents happen because of another driver's actions. A car or truck driver is more likely to be at fault for a motorcycle-related crash.
What is the probability of getting into a motorcycle accident? ›
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, approximately 236 motorcycle crashes result in injuries every day in the United States. In general, the odds of getting into a motorcycle accident are 1 in 100.
What is the most common cause of death in motorcycle accidents? ›
Head injury is a major cause of death in motorcycle accidents. The Insurance Information Institute reports that helmets save the lives of many motorcyclists and that universal helmet use by motorcycle operators and passengers could save hundreds of more lives every year.
Is complete memory loss possible? ›
Amnesia can be caused by damage to areas of the brain that are vital for memory processing. Unlike a temporary episode of memory loss, called transient global amnesia, amnesia can be permanent. There's no specific treatment for amnesia, but treatment can be directed at the underlying cause.
What is the psychological trauma of a motorcycle accident? ›
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
The symptoms of PTSD after motorcycle accidents can start developing immediately and may include: Avoidance and social withdrawal. Concentration, impaired memory, and focus issues. Seeming on edge or easily startled.
Which state has the most motorcycle accidents? ›
In 2022, the states that experienced the most motorcycle deaths were:
- Florida (668)
- California (634)
- Texas (564)
- Arizona (232)
- Georgia (221)
- North Carolina (220)
Motorcycle Accident Statistics
More than 100,000 motorcycle accidents happen annually, resulting in over 5,000 fatalities. While about 95% of motorcycle accidents are survivable, it's important to note that surviving a motorcycle accident doesn't necessarily mean riders escape without injuries.
What motorcycle is in the most accidents? ›
Super-sport bikes are the fastest and the most dangerous motorcycle types to control. IIHS statistics show 1,169 fatalities involving this bike type in 2021, accounting for 20% of all motorcycle fatalities, despite making up only 6.3% of registered motorcycles!
Do 80% of motorcycle accidents result in death? ›
Motorcycle Accidents
The chances of a fatality in a motorcycle accident are approximately 30 times higher than in a car. Motorcycle accidents have a staggering 80% injury or death rate, while car accidents remain around 20%.
The Speed at Which Most Motorcycles Crash
This indicates that the typical motorcycle accident occurs when riders are driving at just 30 mph. What is more impressive is the speed of impact. The average speed of impact for motorcycle accidents is 21.5 mph.
What age do most motorcycle accidents happen? ›
25 to 29-Year-Olds Are Most Likely to Die in a Motorcycle Accident. Motorcycle accident deaths predominantly occur among young people. The majority of motorcyclists who lost their lives in fatal crashes were between the ages of 25 to 29.
What kills most motorcycle riders? ›
Head-On Collisions
In the majority of these cases, the car strikes the motorcycle from the front. And, it's no surprise that when head-on collisions occur, they're often fatal for the motorcyclist.
What happens to the body after a motorcycle accident? ›
The impact of a motorcycle accident can result in severe injuries to the rider's abdomen, including the spleen or liver. Because these internal injuries are not always immediately evident after an accident, it is critical to seek medical treatment as soon as possible after the crash.
What is a factor in most fatal motorcycle crashes? ›
Speeding and/or alcohol use are factors in nearly half of all single-vehicle motorcycle crashes, and alcohol plays a major role in fatal motorcycle accidents. NHTSA research found that approximately 43 percent of all fatal motorcycle crashes involve alcohol.
Is it normal to not remember an accident? ›
While it's normal for victims of car accidents to not have a full grasp of the details of their accident and injuries, it's certainly not normal to have no recollection of the accident at all. This level of memory loss may be an indication of a serious brain injury.
How do you mentally recover from a motorcycle accident? ›
Get help right away
By seeking counseling after an accident, you can hopefully prevent a more serious case of PTSD. Your counselor will help you put your crash into perspective and cope with some of the negative feelings that can pop up when you think about the event.
What is it called when you can't remember an accident? ›
Post-traumatic amnesia is a condition in which accident victims can't remember what happened immediately following a car accident. Finally, retrograde amnesia occurs when victims lose memories that were formed before a car accident.
Can you get PTSD from a motorcycle accident? ›
Motorcycle crashes can cause serious physical injuries, but they can also cause mental and emotional injuries. PTSD is one of these injuries.
