Sheriff urges caution after fatal bicycle-related collision; cites fog and holiday traffic dangers
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Following a recent fatal collision that involved a person walking a bicycle on a rain-darkened highway, the sheriff warned residents about fog, obeying traffic laws and the risks of slow or impaired driving during the busy holiday travel period.
Sheriff Mark Daniels told KWCD listeners that a recent fatality on Highway 92 occurred during a rainstorm when visibility was poor and a person walking a bicycle was struck. Daniels said the sheriff's office is limiting public detail while investigators and victim notification proceed.
Daniels emphasized that bicyclists and e-bike riders must obey the same traffic laws as motorists — including stopping at stop signs and not impeding traffic — and warned that unusual driving behavior, such as traveling far below the posted speed limit, can itself create hazards and may be an indicator of impairment.
He also issued a broader holiday safety advisory: slow down in fog, use headlights, and stop if you cannot see. Daniels cited two recent heavy-fog incidents on Highways 92 and 90 that reduced visibility for emergency responders. He urged drivers to prioritize victim notification and careful investigation before sharing details publicly.