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Safe Driving Tips in Foggy Conditions
With all the morning fog in Portland last week, it is important to drive safely in these conditions. Pay attention to local weather conditions to check when there is possible fog in the mornings and/or evening and adjust your driving habits accordingly. Allow extra room in between other vehicles to avoid a collision. Use fog… leer más
The new safety goal from Portland’s Director of Transportation is to end traffic fatalities in the next ten years. Auto fatalities and deaths can be avoided, but it is a collaborative effort to decrease the numbers. The Bureau of Transportation released a 2-year work plan earlier this week. Distracted driving and speeding are two of… leer más
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration over 83,000 vehicle crashes and 1,000 fatalities a year are due to drowsy driving. Many people recognize that drowsy driving is underreported as a main cause of car crashes. Sleepiness can increase the risk of auto crashes because it impairs performance and can ultimately lead to the… leer más
Who is Liable if your Child is Injured?
Many parents are not aware of who is liable for acts of their minor children. In most states the concept of parental responsibility applies to criminal and civil acts of the child. State legislatures have confirmed that an innocent victim should not have the financial burden of property damage or medical expenses that results from… leer más
Twenty-six Percent of Car Wrecks Involve Cell Phones
With all the warnings about talking or texting while driving, a new study shows the situation is actually getting worse. Cellphone usage is now an issue in 36% of all motor vehicle crashes according to an annual survey from the National Safety Council. The survey found that 21% of phone related crashes involve drivers talking… leer más
With multiple crashes in Oregon this past weekend due to black ice on roads, we believe it is important to use extreme caution during icy conditions. Early mornings pose some of the greatest danger when driving in the dark on icy roads. Morning fog can reduce visibility making it harder to see ice on the… leer más
Dark Streets Limit Visibility for Drivers and Pedestrians
The past couple of weeks there have been several accidents involving pedestrians being hit by vehicles in the early morning or evenings when it is still dark out. Some of these crashes involved victims who did not survive. If you are walking at night make sure drivers can see you. Be visible and try to… leer más
When is the Wrong time to Pass other Vehicles
Over the past couple weeks, there has been multiple car crashes involving vehicles trying to pass others in no-passing zones in Oregon. Unfortunately, these crashes typically end with serious injuries or death due to the speed of the vehicles attempting to pass. Head-on collisions in these situations are extremely life-threatening. If you misjudge the amount… leer más
Planifique con antelación esta Nochevieja
Nochevieja y Año Nuevo son dos de los días festivos más comunes en los que se producen accidentes por conducción bajo los efectos del alcohol. Cada año mueren cerca de 10.000 personas en accidentes por conducir ebrio y durante las fiestas es aún más frecuente. Manténgase seguro este Año Nuevo y planifique con antelación si va a beber. Ya sea... leer más
La seguridad y la nueva línea naranja MAX
En la primavera de 2015, la nueva línea Portland-Milwaukie MAX Orange Line comenzará a probar la ruta para familiarizar a los operadores de trenes con la nueva línea. Es importante tener en cuenta la seguridad en las inmediaciones del metro ligero al conducir, caminar o montar en bicicleta. Los trenes MAX tardan dos manzanas en detenerse y no pueden desviarse para evitarte. Siempre... leer más
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