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.

Let's Reduce Accidents Together California

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.

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