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Collision with motor vehicle at 1608-1698 N Northlake Way
reported by Robert Steelquist
Date:
2010-08-02
Crash type:
Collision with motor vehicle
Geometry:
Vehicle turned after stop
Vehicle type:
Car
Description:
Cyclist eastbound on B/G trail at Densmore. Vehicle was southbound attempting to turn onto Northlake and pulled into bikeway striking cyclist. Cyclist had slowed almost to stop at time of impact, went down, scraping arm and thigh. Cyclist not wearing helmet, didn't strike head. First aid rendered at location; unknown if police were notified. Add note to this report
Factors & Lessons
Factor:
Cyclist not expecting obstructed roadway
Factor:
Driver failed to yield right of way
Factor:
Bike trail/roadway design is overly complex
Lesson:
Always wear a helmet
Lesson:
Never assume the driver can see you
Conditions
Weather:
Clear
Lighting:
Daytime
Visibility:
Good
Using bike lights:
No
Wearing helmet:
No
Road conditions:
Dry
Traffic:
Heavy
Additional conditions description:
Motorist pulled into bikeway where Burke Gilman crosses Densmore; cyclist approached, slowed almost to stop; motorist struck cyclist. No damage to bike; cyclist hit pavement but didn't strike head. Motorist stopped, offered aid; nearby construction worker offered cleanup and bandage.
Cyclist
Cyclist age:
28
Cyclist gender:
F
Cyclist experience:
Intermediate
Bicycle type:
Road
Injuries:
Moderate
Injury description:
scrapes on arm and thigh
Location
Location type:
Trail
Location:
1608-1698 N Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98103, USA
Lat/Lng:
47.6468544434304, -122.33808785677
Crash ID:
423
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