04/30/2024 | Press release | Archived content
SANTA ANA, Ca. (April 30, 2024): During Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in May, the Orange County Sheriff's Department would like to remind drivers to always look twice for motorcycles. By practicing safe driving habits and taking shared responsibility on our roads, we can help everyone arrive at their destination safely.
"Motorcycles may be difficult to spot, so be extra careful before changing lanes," Sergeant Kyle Ishii said. "A simple double take could mean the difference between a safe journey and a tragic crash. Motorcycle riders do not have the same protections drivers and passengers do. Let's all do our part to keep each other safe out there."
According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data, there were 6,218 motorcyclists killed in traffic crashes in 2022. Motorcyclists were about 22 times more likely than passenger car occupants to die in a motor vehicle crash and four times more likely to be injured.
Throughout the month, the Orange County Sheriff's Department will conduct motorcycle safety operations throughout the month.
To help protect you and your family, keep the following tips in mind while driving or riding:
Drivers
Motorcyclists
Lastly, both drivers and riders should never drive/ride distracted or under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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