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Arizona - Geological Wonders
When most people think of Arizona(link is external), the first thing that comes to mind is probably "desert", which is certainly not wrong given that the state is the fourth driest in the nation. However, while the capital and largest city of the state, Phoenix(link is external), is within a hot desert climate as expected, the northern portions of the state are wetter and quite mountainous. Just take a two hour drive north from Phoenix, the hottest city in the country, and you'll find yourself in the town of Flagstaff(link is external), which receives about 100 inches of snow per year on average and is one of the snowiest places in the country! But Arizona is still more than just deserts and mountains; it's a geologist's dream. The state's biggest claim to fame is the Grand Canyon, which is widely considered to be one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, though no official list exists. The deep and expansive canyon exhibits miles upon miles of exposed rock layers, making it the perfect site for geologic research and an extremely popular tourist destination. Between the draw of the Grand Canyon and its position between the two most populous states of California and Texas, Arizona sees a significant amount of traffic on their interstate highways, which include:
- I-8(link is external), which splits off from I-10 south of Phoenix and continues west though Yuma and eventually to San Diego, CA.
- I-10(link is external), which runs from southeastern Arizona through Tuscon and Phoenix and continues west to Los Angeles.
- I-17(link is external), connects Phoenix and Flagstaff.
- I-19(link is external), goes south from Tuscon to the USA-Mexico border and town of Nogales.
- I-40(link is external), runs east-west across the state, passing through Flagstaff. Leads to Albuquerque, NM going east, and Bakersfield, CA to the west.
Find accidents in Arizona by area
- Phoenix accidents - The largest city and state capital. With a population of about 1,500,000, it's the most populous state capital in the country and the location of most accidents in Arizona.
- Tucson accidents - The second largest city in the state; its population is around 500,000. Geologists and hobbyists come from around the world each year for the famous Tucson Gem & Mineral Show.
- Yuma accidents - In the southwestern most corner of the state, right at the California-Arizona and USA-Mexico borders.
Where to find legal assistance after an Arizona injury accident
After a serious crash, it is crucial to get help from a great Arizona personal injury attorney who understands the legal standards and practices, who knows how insurance policies function, and who can handle all aspects of an insurance claim so the injured person can focus on recovery. If someone is killed due to the negligence of someone else, an Arizona wrongful death lawyer can launch a claim that will begin the process of financial recovery for the family members left behind. Learn more here about what an Arizona injury attorney can do to help.
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Legal and Other Resources and Information
Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law ASU(link is external)
State Bar of Arizona(link is external)
Most recent accident reports
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A fatal collision occurred on the westbound Loop 202 Red Mountain Freeway near Dobson Road in Mesa, Arizona on Monday morning, January 20, 2025, forcing a complete closure of the westbound lanes.
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Fatal Hit-and-Run Claims Pedestrian's Life on Thunderbird Road in North Phoenix
In a tragic early morning incident on Sunday, January 19, 2025, a pedestrian lost his life in a hit-and-run collision along
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A tragic collision on Interstate 10 south of Queen Creek Road in Maricopa County resulted in one fatality on Saturday morning, January 18, 2025.
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A school bus carrying eight students and a driver collided with a pickup truck on Wednesday afternoon in Buckeye, Arizona, prompting emergency response and temporary road closures.
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A deadly hit-and-run collision claimed the life of an unidentified male pedestrian late Friday night at a major intersection in central Phoenix.
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Fatal Vehicle Collision at Gilbert Senior Care Facility Claims Elderly Resident's Life
A tragic incident unfolded in Gilbert, Arizona, on Friday night when a vehicle crashed into the American Orchards Se
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A tragic collision between a minibike and a commercial truck claimed the life of a 14-year-old boy in Goodyear, Arizona on Monday afternoon. The incident occurred at approximately 3:45 p.m. near the intersection of Van Buren Street and Estrella Parkway.
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In a tragic sequence of events on Friday night, a deadly crash unfolded on the westbound Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway near Lindsay Road in Gilbert.
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Fatal Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident Near Cave Creek and Greenway Roads in Phoenix
A tragic hit-and-run collision claimed the life of a male pedestrian on Thursday night at the intersection of Cave Creek and Gree
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In the early morning hours of Wednesday, a complex incident unfolded on Phoenix's Interstate 10 westbound near 67th Avenue, resulting in a serious rollover crash involving a shooting victim.
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In the early morning hours of Saturday, a serious traffic collision in central Phoenix resulted in multiple injuries and hospitalizations.
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On Friday evening, a pedestrian lost his life following what police believe was an intentional hit-and-run collision in central Phoenix. The incident occurred around 7:30 p.m.
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A pedestrian fatality occurred at the intersection of 91st Avenue and Thomas Road in west Phoenix during the early morning hours of Thursday. The incident was reported to Phoenix Police just before 6:30 a.m., prompting an immediate emergency response.