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Single-Vehicle Accident Leaves Two Injured in Fairbanks, AK
By Ken Ringstad on June 18th, 2015 in Alaska, Car Accident, Local Accident Report
On June 18, a single-vehicle accident occurred on Airport Road in Fairbanks, Alaska. The vehicle struck the east ramp entrance sign at the intersection with University Avenue south. The vehicle engulfed in flames and both the Airport and University fire crews rushed to the scene. Luckily, both passengers were evacuated with haste and both left the scene with minor injuries.
Report taken from the Fairbanks Daily News Miner on June 18.
Safety Tips for Avoiding Automobile Accidents
Sometimes all it takes is that one moment when you take your eyes off the road to look at your phone, the radio, your kids in the backseat, or the commotion on the side of the road. There are many causes of car accidents, like distractions or sleep-deprivation. If you have been involved in a car accident at the fault of someone else, you may be entitled to compensation. Call a car accident attorney right away.
Always use caution when changing lanes. Cutting someone off, changing lanes too quickly, and not using your turn signals can irritate drivers or, worse, cause an accident. Checking your mirrors does not show you everything- turn your head to check your blind spot before changing lanes.