Rider Airlifted after San Ardo Motorcycle Accident at Pine Valley Road and Cattlemen Road
Monterey County, California (August 14, 2021) – A motorcyclist was airlifted to a hospital after a traffic collision at an intersection in San Ardo Friday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The major injury collision happened at around 5:26 a.m. Friday, August 13, at the intersection of Pine Valley and Cattlemen roads.
The motorcyclist collided with a vehicle for undetermined reasons at the San Ardo intersection, the CHP said.
Major Injury Traffic Collision at Pine Valley and Cattlemen Roads in San Ardo
The motorcycle rider sustained major injuries and was airlifted to a hospital. The name of the patient and their condition were not immediately disclosed.
The intersection of Pine Valley Road and Cattlemen Road was blocked due to the crash.
The accident remains under investigation.
Motorcycle Accident
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.