Rider Hospitalized after La Palma Motorcycle Accident on 91 Freeway near Walker Street
Orange County, California (November 5, 2021) – A motorcyclist was seriously injured Thursday evening in a collision with a vehicle in La Palma, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The major injury crash happened at around 5:37 p.m. Thursday, November 5, on eastbound 91 Freeway, just east of Walker Street.
CHP said a 2013 red Suzuki GSX collided with a Honda CR-V in the eastbound lane of the freeway.
Motorcyclist Injured in 91 Freeway Accident
First responders found the motorcycle rider down on the ground with moderate injuries.
The patient was then transported to the UCI Medical Center for medical treatment. The identity and current condition of the victim were not available.
The crash prompted the authorities to temporarily close the eastbound lanes of the freeway near Walker Street for half an hour.
No other details regarding the collision were immediately provided.
The crash remains under 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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