Portland, OR – Injury Accident Reported on NE 79th Ave near NE Halsey St
Portland, OR (December 12, 2022) – A traffic accident was reported in the Portland area on Sunday afternoon lunch at least one person with injuries. On December 11, the Portland Police Bureau was dispatched to a traffic accident on Northeast 79th Avenue.
According to PPB, a collision blocked the roadway in the area near Northeast Halsey Street at around 3:15 p.m. The police and firefighters in Portland responded to the scene to provide assistance.
Paramedics were notified that they were needed on the scene of the accident to provide care to victims who were injured. The intersection of Northeast 79th Avenue and Northeast Halsey Street was blocked off for an extended period as emergency crews worked to clear the scene.
At least one person involved in the accident was provided transportation to a local hospital, where they underwent further treatment for the injuries that they suffered.
The police department in Portland is currently investigating the crash.
Our thoughts are with those harmed in this traffic accident.
Car Accidents in Oregon
Every year, car accidents and thousands of people across the state of Oregon to area hospitals for emergency medical care. Unfortunately, we see a dramatic increase year after year in the number of people who are left severely harmed as a result of collisions.
There are many factors that contribute to car accidents in Oregon. However, there are three leading factors that seem to play a role in the majority of cases. These leading factors are distracted driving, impaired driving, and speeding.
Distracted driving has become a big problem on Oregon roads in recent years. With the rise of cell phones and other electronic devices, more drivers are taking their eyes off the road to look at these devices. This can lead to serious accidents, as drivers may not see hazards in time or may fail to stop in time when traffic is backing up.
Impaired driving is also a major factor in vehicle collisions in Oregon. Driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs can impair a driver’s ability to operate a vehicle safely. In some cases, it can even lead to blackouts or lapses in consciousness. This can obviously be very dangerous on the roadways.
Finally, speeding is another leading factor in car crashes in Oregon. Speeding makes it harder for drivers to control their vehicles and can lead to well-known dangers such as running red lights or stop signs, traveling too close to the vehicle ahead, and weaving between lanes of traffic. All of these dangers can increase the likelihood of an accident occurring.
If you have been harmed as a result of a car crash in the Portland area, it is important to get legal help as soon as possible. You may have legal options available to help you move forward. The knowledgeable Portland car accident attorneys at Kivel & Howard can help you navigate the complex legal process and fight for the compensation you deserve. Schedule a free consultation today by calling (503) 796-0909 or (503) 802-4800.
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Disclaimer: These posts are written with the intent to provide Oregonians with overall driving and safety information in an effort to reduce the number of serious accidents that take place on our roads and highways. These posts are not intended to provide medical or legal advice of any kind. The photograph used in this story is not representative of the actual accident scene.
