Considering the number of all-terrain and other recreational vehicles in Alaska, it isn’t surprising a large number of accidents involve ATV's. Many of these ATV accidents involve young children. This includes children under the age of 18 who operate the vehicles illegally. It also includes innocent bystanders endangered by underage drivers. Near Tragedy in Kotzebue Inspires … [Read more...]
Tips For Avoiding ATV Accidents
ATVs are fun to ride. However, ATV accidents can result in severe injuries and sometimes even fatalities. The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission reports 13,043 ATV-related fatalities occurred between 1982 and 2013. Unfortunately, some of these fatalities occurred in Alaska. ATV Safety Tips Accident Reporting: The Alaska Department of Transportation has … [Read more...]