Why are roads in orange county dangerous?

  • 3 years   ago

In Southern California, probably the most wonderful county is orange county, thanks to its beautiful beaches and marvelous locations. People visit orange county during vacations to enjoy and have a good and relaxing time. 

Laguna Beach, Disneyland park, Costa Mesa, Crystal cove, these are just some of the many visit-worthy places in orange county. These places are a great attraction for local as well as foreign tourists. 

Like every coin has two sides similarly, orange county also has a negative side, which is its roads. Due to ever-increasing motorcycle accidents in Costa Mesa, it is considered one of the most dangerous cities for motorcycle riders in orange county. They are straight out dangerous. Several reasons for these roads being dangerous during the day as well night time are:

1. Ideal place for motorcycle riders

The vast network of roads is mesmerizing and an ideal spot for adventurous motorcyclists to show their biking skills. And due to the same reason, some roads of this beautiful orange county are now dangerous and life-threatening. 

2. Abundance of Trees

Another reason for the roads being dangerous is that the area is covered with green trees. On the one hand, these beautiful luscious trees enhance the region's beauty and charm during day time. While on the other hand, they also decrease the visibility at night time, thus resulting in severe accidents.  Laguna Road in orange county is a road that is famous or rather notorious for such accidents regarding low visibility during winter evenings. 

3. Drunk drivers 

People enjoying their vacations do not bother that alcohol and driving do not go well. Some of the irresponsible drivers who get behind the wheels even when they are drunk cause much nuisance for themselves and others. They often lose control of their vehicle and become a cause of a major accident on the road. 

4. Sharp turns 

Some of the orange county roads have sharp turns and cuts. These are also contributing factors towards the ever-increasing accidents in orange county. Drivers don't seem to realize that a sharp turn is coming and thus end up getting his vehicle towed onto the side of the road. 

5. Improper stop signs

Some of the roads in orange county have not properly placed stop signs. Often the drivers driving their vehicles with full speed disregard or neglect the stop signs and end up being a victim of a roadside accident. 

 

Solution:

One can not just stop their normal life activities for fear of accidents. Then what can be done? The proper solution for driving safely on the roads of orange county is to follow all the administration's SOPs. You can also take alternative routes if you know a road is dangerous. Always be vigilant and keep your eyes on the road while driving. Avoid driving when you are drunk. If you suspect that the driver in a nearby vehicle is drunk, keep a safe distance so that you can be protected from their stupidity. 

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