A tragic accident that took place on Memorial Day is now serving as a reminder of how a few seconds can make a major difference.

While the exact factors associated with this particular accident are still under investigation, drivers are often oblivious of the risks associated with distractions mostly because they believe that just a few seconds of distraction won’t do much of a difference. Truth is, it only takes a few quick seconds of diversion to keep the driver from being able to react promptly to avoid an accident.

Too often, motorists are focused on their phones, other electronics, passengers, or even children or pets in the back seat. As a result, the few seconds dedicated to tasks that are not related to driving turn into accidents. When drivers are not alert and focused on what is going on around them, there’s little time or room for maneuvers and accidents are much harder to avoid since the reaction time frame is much shorter. If drivers are serious about making sure that roads are safe, they must always be serious about distracted driving risks.

Memorial Day Accident Claims Life Of Elderly Woman

The 95-year-old woman was the passenger of a 2014 Hyundai Genesis. The driver, a 60-year-old driver was behind the wheel of the vehicle traveling on the southbound lane of Kelly Ridge Road near Olive Highway when a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban approached Olive Highway as the driver attempted to turn left. As both vehicles approached the intersection on a green light, the Suburban vehicle drove in front of the Hyundai Genesis, causing both vehicles to collide as a result.

The accident happened during the afternoon. According to the California Highway Patrol officers who responded to the crash scene, both Hyundai Genesis occupants were rushed to the hospital where the elderly woman was pronounced dead.

The Suburban driver was also sent to the hospital for the treatment of minor injuries. The Genesis driver was treated for serious injuries but is currently in stable condition.

All individuals involved in the accident were wearing their seat belts at the time of the accident. No other vehicles were involved.

The authorities have been looking into the causes of the accident to determine what are the factors that ultimately led to the accident. The public should be made aware of what caused the accident so they are able to learn from others’ mistakes.

If you would like to read more about the accident, follow this link. Stay safe by always putting attention and focus on the road first. Follow road signs and traffic regulations at all times.