Motorcyclist Hospitalized after Madera Accident on Highway 41 near Avenue 12
Madera, California (October 13, 2021) – A motorcyclist was airlifted after being involved in a traffic collision on a highway in Madera Wednesday morning, October 13.
The California Highway Patrol responded to the motorcycle crash site at approximately 8:30 a.m. on Highway 41 near Avenue 12.
A gray Volkswagen Jetta and a Harley-Davidson motorcycle reportedly crashed on the highway for undetermined reasons.
As per the CHP investigation, the rider suffered a lower leg injury following the collision. The unidentified victim was flown to the hospital via a medical helicopter for medication.
The crash resulted in the closure of the highway to about 9:25 a.m.
Authorities requested a tow truck to remove the wrecked bike away from the scene.
The accident remains under active investigation.
Motorcycle Accidents in California
In 2019, California was leading in the number of registered motorcycles in the USA. The state has also, over the years, recorded high numbers of motorcycle accidents resulting in catastrophic injuries or death.
Some of the common causes of motorcycle collisions in California include:
- Motorcycle lane splitting
- Cars making left turns
- Speeding
- Driving under the influence
- Road hazards
Motorcyclists are more likely to suffer serious injuries when an accident happens compared to car passengers. This is so because motorcycles do not have many safety features such as airbags, safety belts or steel cage to protect riders. Instead, they rely on helmets and protective riding suits only.
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