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Motor vehicle accidents are an hourly occurrence in Biloxi and Gulfport. Many crashes are completely avoidable, caused by drunk drivers or distracted drivers. Whatever the cause, car accidents are a major safety and economic issue for the communities in this region.
Get information on car crashes from the region's law enforcement agencies
The Biloxi Police Department and the Gulfport Police Department offer information on accidents.
Motorcycle accidents are a common occurrence in Biloxi and Gulfport. These regions popular with motorcyclists, and with so many bikes on the roads, the number of collisions is high, and motorcycle accidents are a major safety and economic issue for riders in the area.
At one point or another, everyone is a pedestrian. As the expense of driving and insuring a vehicle rise, more and more people choose to walk to their destinations. As the number of pedestrians increases, so do the number of pedestrian accidents. To see where the Biloxi - Gulfport region ranks in terms of pedestrian collisions nationally, please go to this National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report.
While rare compared to other types of motor-vehicle crashes, aircraft accidents do happen regularly, usually with devastating results. Despite significant safety improvements over the past decades, many people each year experience the pain of losing someone in an airplane crash.
As mass transit systems grow across Mississippi, bus accidents occur regularly. When a bus crash happens, serious injuries and fatalities are a common result.
Common causes of bus accidents in Biloxi and Gulfport
According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, over the past 10 years nationally:
The number of buses involved in fatal crashes decreased from 274 to 251, an 8% drop;
Truckers are a growing motorist group using Mississippi’s highways, and commercial trucking accidents occur regularly in the Biloxi and Gulfport region. When a truck crash happens, serious injuries and fatalities are a common result.
Common causes of commercial truck accidents in Biloxi and Gulfport
According to IIHS, a large percentage of trucking crashes are caused by:
According to Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center, in 2012, 726 lost their lives in bicycle/motor vehicle crashes nationally, just under two people every day of the year in the U.S. The death rate from bicycle crashes is high due to the relative lack of protection bicyclists have in an impact with a motor vehicle.
The size and speed of trains brings death and destruction to anyone and anything in their path. The main forms of train accidents are train derailments, train and pedestrian accidents, and train and car accidents.
To learn about train accidents in Biloxi and Gulfport, go to the Federal Railroad Administration site.
Commercial vehicle accidents in New York City (NYC) and across New York State present significant challenges and risks. In NYC alone, these accidents often involve large trucks, delivery vehicles, and buses navigating dense urban environments. According to recent statistics, commercial vehicles were involved in over 7,000 crashes in NYC annually, resulting in a range of injuries from minor to severe. Common injuries include whiplash, fractures, and traumatic brain injuries, often requiring extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation.
After experiencing a serious spinal cord injury in Indianapolis, it's crucial to address both medical and legal aspects promptly. From a medical standpoint, seeking immediate medical attention is paramount to assess the extent of the injury and commence necessary treatment. This may involve consulting with specialists such as neurologists, orthopedic surgeons, and rehabilitation therapists to develop a comprehensive care plan tailored to the individual's needs.