At Least 1 Injured in Tomales Motorcycle Accident on Tomales Petaluma and Twin Bridge Road
Tomales, California (May 23, 2022) – At least one person sustained major injuries in a motorcycle collision in Tomales on Monday evening, according to a report by the California Highway Patrol.
The incident took place on Tomales Petaluma and Twin Bridge Road just after 7:40 p.m. on May 22.
According to the report, a motorcyclist collided with a white SUV in the area under unclear circumstances.
The impact sent the motorcycle nearly 20 feet off the side of the roadway. The SUV also overturned off the roadway.
At Least 1 Hurt in Tomales Motorcycle Crash on Tomales Petaluma and Twin Bridge Road
Emergency crews responded to the scene shortly after and attended to the people involved in the crash.
At least one party reportedly suffered major trauma.
Further details on the collision were not immediately released.
An investigation into the crash is ongoing.
May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and Pacific Attorney Group would like to remind drivers to share the road responsibly and check twice for motorcycles.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, motorcyclists are 28 times more likely to die in a traffic collision than the occupants of a vehicle. In 2019, 474 people on motorcycles were killed in California.
Here are some tips to keep in mind while driving or riding to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Motorcycle Riders
- Keep the bike lights on, even during the day.
- Apply defensive riding. Do not assume drivers can see you, and avoid riding in a driver’s blind spot.
- Wear a U.S. DOT-compliant helmet with eye protection.
- Wear leather clothing such as jackets, gloves, pants, and boots with non-skid soles.
- Ensure your clothing has reflective decals or strips so drivers can see you.
Drivers
- Keep a safe distance when driving behind a motorcycle.
- Always check blind spots and mirrors before changing lanes or making a turn.
Have you been injured in an auto accident?
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