State Street Collision Injures E-Bike Rider [Santa Barbara, CA]

Santa Barbara, CA( February 5, 2022) On Friday, a man on an e-bike was injured in a collision between his e-bike and an SUV on State Street.

The Santa Barbara City Fire Department (SBCFD) says the crash happened around 4 p.m. on State Street at Calle Palo Colorado.

Moreover, reports say that the rider was heading west on State Street when an SUV turned left toward Calle Palo Colorado and hit the e-bike rider.

Paramedics took the injured e-bike rider to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital via ground ambulance.

Furthermore, no details of the rider have been released as of yet.

Meanwhile, the SUV driver was safe and had no injuries.

The Santa Barbara Police Department (SBPD) is handling the investigation, causing the roads to shut down and backups in traffic.

Make it a routine to always perform simple safety checks before you leave.

• Start by inspecting your vehicle’s headlights and turn signals, be sure that both front and rear headlamps are working properly and visible enough a couple of yards away.
• Also, take a reading of your tire pressure and make sure you maintain the recommended maximum. While at it, take a peek under your vehicle and ensure there are no loose objects or leaks.
• Most importantly, stay focused while on the road. Remove all distractions that could cause accidents such as mobile phone use, unstrapped toddlers, etc.

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The Aftermath of a Crash

California’s road accident rate continues to increase, rather than decrease, despite the additional safety features on newer vehicle models.

The increasing crash rate reflects that auto accidents are a major public health threat. They are a leading cause of death for individuals ages 5-64.

As a matter of fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), two out of three motorists will be involved in an injury accident during their life.

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