Davis County became another scene for an accident involving a motorcycle and a vehicle. The accident happened on I-15 last Sunday. According to the report, the motorcycle driver was transported to the hospital in serious condition. The driver of the car did not suffer any injury.
Northbound traffic was delayed as a result of the incident. Motorists were advised by authorities to seek alternate routes pending the clearing of the scene.
South Davis Metro Fire said that the accident also resulted in the closure of the far right lanes of I-15 northbound at around 3:30 p.m. The resulting traffic was backed up into Salt Lake County. Authorities said that the traffic was cleared by late afternoon of Sunday.
It was disclosed that the motorcycle driver is a gentleman in his 50’s. Authorities stated that the man made an improper lane change and hit loose gravel, which caused him to lose control and sideswipe a car.
The report did not disclose the identity of the motorcycle driver. It was also not stated whether the driver was wearing a helmet during the accident. Authorities did not say if speed was a factor in the accident.
Christensen & Hymas encourages all motorcycle drivers to be extra careful on the road. This incident demonstrates the vulnerability of motorcyclist in an accident. For this reason, it is essential that one must wear protective clothing and gear when driving a motorcycle.
Christensen & Hymas provides various resources on motorcycle safety. Check out the article on the 7 motorcycle safety tips and staying safe on a motorcycle. There is also an article on how to avoid skidding on a motorcycle. Our website has prepared a lot of educational materials on road safety for our motorists. Visit our website for more information.
You can also call us at (801)506-0800 for a free initial consultation on personal injury claims.
Original article and image from Fox13.