CALIFORNIA CAR ACCIDENT STATISTICS
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485,866
Number of reported car crashes in California (2017) resulting in...
3,898
Deaths and...
276,823
Injuries
California accounts for 11% of the nation's auto deaths!
Accident deaths have increased 23.5% since 2013!
Most Dangerous Counties For Car Accidents (Fatalities & Injuries):
Los Angeles - 91,468
Orange - 23,103
San Diego - 21,534
San Bernardino - 16,263
Riverside - 15,551
Drivers tested positive for some type of drug in 11% of all California fatal crashes.
925 deaths were a result of speeding.
809 deaths were a result of alcohol-impaired driving.
There were 689 pedestrian fatalities in 2018.
61% of California accidents happen in or near urban areas!
74.8% of California drivers have admitted to using a cell phone while driving.
80% of vehicle crashes involve some form of driver inattention.
Put your phone away while driving.
Obey speed limits and road signs.
Always wear a seatbelt.
Don't drive after drinking.
Remain alert on city roads.
