Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Crash on Tefft Street Bridge at Highway 101 [NIPOMO, CA]

Motorcycle Stuck Underneath Truck on Tefft Street Bridge in Nipomo, Major Injuries Sustained

 
NIPOMO, CA (November 19, 2019) – A motorcyclist was seriously injured following a traffic accident Tuesday night in Nipomo, CHP officials said.
 
The crash happened around 6:45 p.m., on Tefft Street Bridge on the northbound Highway 101 on-ramp. Dispatchers arrived to the area shortly after.
 
Firefighters responded to the scene and found the motorcycle and rider pinned underneath a truck. They extricated the patient and transported them to a local hospital for further treatment of major injuries.
 
First responders say traffic in the area was congested and they are asking drivers to stay clear of the roadway as they clear the scene.
 
The condition and identity of the rider were not immediately available. However, further investigation is currently underway.
 
Due to the high chance of injury or death in an accident, extreme caution should be taken whenever you drive a motorcycle on California roads. Always wear a helmet and suitable clothing before you ride your motorcycle. Drive cautiously and always expect the unexpected. Maintain a stable speed and if you are going to pass a car, make sure the other driver is aware of your presence.

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