Last year, 2020, marked the 50-year anniversary of Earth Day, and the UC Davis Community recognized the milestone by holding a series of events that ran from April 1 to May 10th – the final day of the Whole Earth Festival. The new tradition of celebrating Earth Month continues this year. There will be events highlighting sustainability hosted by different campus groups throughout the coming weeks.
On Friday, March 26, 2021, four people were injured, and one person lost their life during a Davis area car crash. California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that the crash happened at about 7:00 p.m. just north of Davis and involved two cars. Authorities of the Yolo County Sheriff’s Office identified the decedent on Saturday as a 22-year-old man from Woodland residing in Davis. Updates on the conditions of the four injured individuals remain unavailable.
On Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at least one person suffered serious injuries during a crash north of Davis. California Highway Patrol (CHP) states that the crash occurred at night on a local highway and involved just one car. The number of individuals who suffered injuries was not reported, but police did state that the involved vehicle caught fire as a result of the crash. A CHP investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing.
On Saturday, January 16, 2021, two people sustained serious injuries in a Davis auto accident. The collision happened in the afternoon and involved one vehicle. Both occupants of the vehicle were hospitalized, and updates on their health have not been reported. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has stated that their officers are investigating possible causes of the crash.
On Saturday, July 25, 2020, a bicyclist was seriously hurt during a Davis car accident. The Davis Police Department (DPD) reports that the accident occurred in the evening in the northwest area of the city. Updated information on the condition of the injured cyclist has not yet been released and the cause of the incident is being investigated.
On Sunday, July 26, 2020, a Davis man suffered major injuries, and one other person was hurt during an auto accident in Sonoma County. California Highway Patrol (CHP) has reported that one of the drivers involved in the accident has been placed under arrest on suspicion of DUI. Updates on the condition of the injured Davis man have not been reported.
On Tuesday, June 30, 2020, a fiery car crash took place off of Highway Interstate 80 in Davis. According to information from California Highway Patrol (CHP), the accident involved a single passenger vehicle and ignited a brush fire on the southern end of the city.
On Thursday, May 28, 2020, a Davis area highway crash left three people with serious injuries. California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that this accident occurred just east of Davis and involved two vehicles, one of which caught fire as a result of the collision. Updates on the condition of the injured parties have not been reported and the cause of the collision is being investigated by CHP at this time.
A motorcyclist suffered injuries during a Davis freeway accident that happened on Saturday, April 25, 2020. According to information reported by California Highway Patrol (CHP), the crash happened in the afternoon on a local highway and may have involved multiple vehicles. Medical officials indicated that, while the motorcyclist was seriously injured, he was expected to survive his trauma and make a full recovery. The crash is being investigated by CHP at this time.
As warmer weather begins, residents of Davis are in for a whole host of great community events to enjoy. As a vibrant college town with a very unique personality, Davis has something for everyone. To learn about some of the upcoming Davis community events, check out this blog.
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