Curbing the Increasing Number of Hit-and-run Accidents

What are the odds of you getting ran over by a vehicle when you are walking down the street? You’d normally think that you are safe because California’s road network is well-engineered and are friendly to pedestrians. However, it will make you wonder how pedestrians get involved in accidents given that California’s roads are pedestrian-friendly.

Hit and run incidents

Every year, thousands of hit-and-run incidents have been recorded in the country. Every year, thousands of people get involved in accidents that have caused injuries, and even death to some. Hit and run incidents are some of the most common causes of injuries and deaths among American pedestrians. Just recently, a pedestrian was struck, and killed in Santa Ana, California. According to authorities, the 88 year old Joseph Rudolph has been run over by a vehicle driven by 33 year old Michael Truong Pham of Garden Grove. Investigators even went to as far as closing sections of some of the roads near where the accident happened to quickly investigate about the incident. They added that there have been nine recorded fatal accidents in 2013; two more than the recorded seven incidents in the area in 2012.

Preventing hit and run incidents

Winter Driving Tips for Your Safety

The spring may be just around the corner but it does not mean that there is no reason to worry about winter. Sometimes, the last days and weeks of winter are the most damaging for snowfall may really be heavy. During these times, the government warns the people of the possible dangers of the winter season, especially for those who travel.

Driving in times of heavy snowfall can really be dangerous. Given the drastic effects of climate change, the summer has become hotter, storms have become more violent and devastating, and snow is falling harder during times when one least expects it. That is why you should be able to arm yourself with the right knowledge on how you can deal with the worst that the weather has to offer. While things may have become more difficult to deal with now, here are some good old winter driving tips that may help you in dealing with the cold and harsh weather conditions now. 

Be safe. Wear your seatbelt at all times, drive slowly, keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, and anticipate possible conditions on the road. Additionally, if your vehicle is equipped with a four wheel drive system, make sure that it is engaged. Practicing these safe driving habits can make a world of difference and keep your car in a good condition and you safe from accidents.
Be conspicuous. In the winter where visibility is a challenge, being seen will keep you from being rear ended by another car. Turn your headlamps and clearance lamps on. Also, turn on your hazard lights and fog lamps. That way, you can better avoid accidents during these times of such crazy weather conditions.