Woman killed after being struck by dump truck in Yorkville while on her bike
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- Опубликовано: 6 сен 2024
- A woman has died after being struck while travelling on her bicycle. As Erica Natividad explains, this latest tragedy on our roads is prompting advocates to demand more action from local officials.
I've been biking in the city over 30 years - and whether people are walking, biking, or using a scooter, too many assume that other cars/trucks are going to stop. Sense of self-preservation is like common sense - too many people don't have it.
Not everyone knows how to ride a bike properly smhhh shakey
*Sense of self-preservation is like common sense - too many people don't have it.*
I agree with this statement, but far too often people will call it victim blaming rather than seeing it as looking out for your own safety and not relying on random drivers to look out for your well being. Everyone should be doing their own small part in keeping the roads safe and avoiding injuring people.
1:50 "Wouldnt call this area dangerous even though multiple fatalites"
If multiple fatalities doesnt make it dangerous what does???
What is the root cause? Education! It’s time for the “look before you leap” talk! Look both ways before crossing a street. Look behind you before you change lanes! Common… sense!
@@davejohnson3773 and don't block the bike lane!
Such a sad chain of events. RIP to the cyclist and her family. Hugs to the driver. Can’t stop very quickly, when in a big heavy truck.
Given the size of the truck, the cyclist may have already been out of his line of sight when she decided to merge to the live lane.
Not sure how it happened but it is a shame. Even though there are bike lanes, I see electric food delivery guys and speed racers just booting it down these lanes which is crazy. Im shocked more accidents dont happen.
Exactly. These are the things the left wing extremist politicians should have considered before creating those bike lanes. Now someone is dead. Who is responsible? Not the politicians as usual. ☹️👎
As a driver, I always stay away and keep space from trucks.
there are cameras everywhere down there. did anyone check?
So sad! Rest In Peace. 💐💐💐💐💐
Please Please Please stay away from trucks. They can’t see U.
Better to stay off the road all together, especially during rush hour. The city promotes cycling on city roads, but fails to warn people of the safety risks associated with riding in traffic.
Give bikers same regulations (insurance, road tests) as cars or don't allow them on the road. Half of them take the whole lane, bike on the wrong side of the road & merely don't have any idea of how to ride a bike.
According to the Ontario Highway Traffic Act cyclists are allowed to take a lane.
And let's not forget that roads are paid for by vehicle owners through fuel taxes, vehicle registration fees and tolls.
@@mikec3971 That's true of provincial roads like the 400 series highways, and now the Don Valley Parkway and Gardiner Expressway. But all other local roads in Toronto are paid for by general municipal revenue.
the problem with that area is the bloody construction. I've known of three cyclists killed by construction vehicles in just a few years. I personally witnessed an oblivious construction worker operate a three foot circular saw to cut asphalt INSIDE A PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK without putting up any kind of barrier or closing the street, a Rosedale matron had to do a quick two step when he swung the saw back to his side without looking where he was putting it and stuck it right in her path (while it was rotating). Construction bros probably don't live as urban pedestrians or cyclists and they aren't going to anticipate all the people they need to accommodate on these downtown construction sites without intense training, very rigorous safety barrier/sign/lights/staff requirements from the city and a ton of inspection and oversight.
Proper adherence to safety regulations is time consuming but construction companies don’t like the added expense. Before walking into the office working machinery, be sure to make positive eye contact with the operator. The operator is focused on his job. He doesn’t want to hurt you. Just let him know your intentions before you proceed. Education is the key.
Anyone should take personal responsibility and avoid construction sites. Simple.
@@emjaydark2811 it is literally impossible to avoid construction in this neighbourhood -- there are two major construction projects on every block
@@emjaydark2811Yeah. I mean, people should totally walk into traffic to avoid work that's happening on the sidewalk.
@@kutter_ttl6786 No, people should use their brain and choose a safe route, not walk into traffic. Are you a zombie?
You don't need any 'cycling infrastructure' you need people that look out for themselves. Simple.
She left the bike lane into regular traffic, did she look before she made that decision? I ride to work every day and on regular roadways one has to be extra careful!
The city cycling campaign creates a false sense of security and an unrealistic sense of entitlement for some cyclists. The city fails to warn people how dangerous cycling on the roads can be, and never reminds people of the worse case scenario.
And yes, riding in traffic is very risky and not advised for novice riders. Even the most agile and skilled cyclists get hit by a car from time to time.
Unfortunately the construction area was so sudden that it may have forced her to quickly merge and not give enough time for her to see her surroundings well. City needs to continue improving bike infrastructure and make safe adjustments during construction
Cyclists need to ride a bike like they would drive a car, if the lane ends, you check over your should before changing lanes. Not rocket science. Judging from the type of bike being used, they weren't experienced cyclist. You should have minimum a G1 drivers license to operate any vehicle on the road, so you are aware of the rules.
G2! G1 is just a test. You actually need to drive first. I see cyclists running stop signs and red lights all the time!
@@marshferguson4737exactly! But very very rarely the cause of a death
Did the Cyclist think she was Jax Teller in Sons of Anarchy leaving the bike lane and riding into a truck?
Short answer, yes.
You are blaming the wrong person. Grow up.
@@checkfactscheckingnever assume that you are visible to all.
@@checkfactscheckingAre you kidding?
@@emjaydark2811 People don't drive defensibly. Always be on the lookout for potential incursions while driving, especially in a huge truck. The Cyclists lane was blocked. A good driver would have noticed well before he got too close to avoid a bad decision, and slowed down just in case the cyclist moved over into traffic.
See how easy it is to think ahead? Or are you one of those drivers who butts in, drives too fast, swerves in and out of traffic to get 2 cars ahead, doesn't pay attention to cyclists and pedestrians who are too close to the road, and generally is a pain-in-the _ss menace?
That's why I always ride on a bike path and not in the city and if I have be very careful and watch out!!
We need better education for all road users - not just drivers
Many fatalities take place here but it’s not a dangerous area by design at all. That would totally be a stretch. Ok mr policeman. Sure. Whatever you say.
I know right.
As a long long time cyclist in Toronto I can say that cyclists must be always aware that no matter whatever our ' rights' may be, every cyclist must assume total awareness and responsibility for safety. Sounds like this cyclist didn't check to her left and entered the path of the truck.
Yup. Didn’t check over her shoulder. Those trucks are loud too…did she not hear that there was a truck nearby?
😪💔🫂🙏🏽🚴♀️🚴♂️ Be Safe ⚠️Watch for Bikes. RIP to all who lost their lives cycling in the city. we need to make more room for them and be more aware of them as drivers . It isnt safe to ride on the road in the traffic with construction and how city streets are currently. we need something between bikes and cars to add protection and create significant bike lanes that cant be breached by either bicycle or car until appropriate and safe times or breaks to do so. Specialized lanes and safety measures. .is a must. 😢🚫 .
Cyclists need to be more careful. Wider lanes won’t solve that.
I am a cyclist 🚴 sooner or later in the city you’re probably gonna get hit by a car😢
Who was driving the dumptruck???
Cyclist has to obey the Toronto cycle laws I see cyclist race on walk path over 14 years old not allowed in walk paths also cyclist intersection lights for pedestrians they have to get down and walk but they race on pedestrian crossing also cyclists don’t stop on stop Sighns these things if you are cyclist needs to follow other wise event of an accident motorists insurance can take leagal action for cyclists who don’t follow the rules this incident very sad should have prevented
construction forced the cyclist out of the bike lane, and the construction trunk strike the cyclist. this is horrible
Not forced. She needed to have taken precaution before entering the path of the other vehicle, by looking, stopping etc. It was careless cycling.
I just cycled through that, not knowing of the accident earlier. It's incredibly dangerous to unseasoned cyclists and pedestrians alike. The City *must* oversee how contractors divert cyclists, pedestrians and vehicles. Right now it's an absolute hodge-podge for blocks east and west of there.
@@emjaydark2811a sharp driver would have anticipated that the cyclist would swerve out of bike lane to avoid construction street furniture
@@stephensaines7100 The city simply needs to abandon the integrating of cars and cyclists...too many lives have been lost because people have been brainwashed into thinking that mixing bikes and cars is okay. Roads are for cars, bike paths are for bikes.
@@robbyd3892 Possibly, but a sharp cyclist would have checked to see if a big truck was about to mow her down. You sound like the"Look out for me I cannot see " kind of thinker. How about personal responsibility?
Toronto and GTA area is becoming so dangerous for cyclists and pedestrians, but our politicians are busy in other matters, so sad.
I am scared of those people riding the bikes they did not care I see how they go near the cars and trucks even crossing through the cars trucks rest in peace❤
Ufff, this is tragic.
All three women, no unnecessary emotional testimonials, just the facts of the story. Refreshing.
It’s not clear from this news report exactly how this accident happened. But it sounds like we have an area that is considered safe, that’s not producing the safety record we want (zero serious crashes).
Cyclists should have to take a course to learn the signs, lines, and rules before riding on the road.
Was she on the road or on the side walk?
It looks like a rental bike. Sad, but as a cyclist you can not trust drivers to slow down for you if you decide to pop into the vehicle lane. That said, they may have just toppled over into the lane and then paid the price.
She left the cycling infrastructure Sir.
No need for more just respect the laws to prevent tragedy like this…..
There is no law saying bicycles HAVE to be in the bike lane.
@@Gravitics ,
Maybe there should be…..
@mickeyandres2651 maybe there should be proper cycling infrastructure first lol
@@Gravitics ,
There’s plenty, no need for more.
Why didnt the news show the huge dumpster blocking the bike lane.
In Canada, the one carrying garbage always wins
But was she wearing a helmet?
If you bothered to watch the video, she was wearing a helmet
@@MultiBrodeurif you say so
@@MultiBrodeur Just because there's a helmet on scene doesn't mean she was wearing it
@@brettlessard2532Exactly 💯. The police could have planted that evidence! 😮😊
Just wearing a helmet vs dump truck? Not a good match-up
Yorkville is a mess. It should be closed for all traffic. It IS notoriously unsafe, for pedestrians and cyclists.
Sometimes when im turning left on a one way street cyclist come up on my left side when im in a turning lane. Ive almost hit 3 people. You need to travel with traffic in the right lanes.
Ban/restrict bike cycling near heavy construction sites. Problem solved.
Cyclist advocates=Lobby group. Problem created. 🙄
this is so sad. there are so many cars, bike stands no chance
The city needs to widen roads, to make more room for commercial vehicle and to accommodate the volume of traffic that moves in and out of the city.
Way to many people getting hit on their bikes. Once we put bike lanes in, I bet its increased big time. On busy streets its very difficult to watch for cars bikes and pedestrians. I tell my kids to stay on the sidewalk.
Proper separated and protected bike lanes (not just painted lines!) do keep cyclists safer, but in this instance there was a construction dumpster blocking the lanes, so the cyclist was forced to merge with mixed traffic.
@@Meyers1793 agree totally! Little plastic and rubber poles aren't working! And one way streets can't have two bike lanes. Hamilton is a disaster! That's where I drive mostly
@Meyers1793 a lady was hit on bay street. It's two lanes with bike lanes on both sides. The cyclist was heading north bound in the south bound bike lane. She was hit by a driver facing NB turning left. The driver was charged with careless driving. I didn't think that was fair.
Jeet behind the wheel?
Brampton driver 😂
this is why i don’t ride a bike for commutes
better bike infrastructure? are you kidding me? half the cyclists don’t even urilize them. waste of money. most accidents are caused by themselves. always think they are key off the road.
Bike lanes are “fluff”. Cities have larger concerns and shrinking budgets. I grew up without special lanes for bicycles. It was, at times, dangerous. When approaching an obstruction, I stopped rather than enter a traffic lane. It was easier for me to stop than it was for a dump truck. The loss of loved ones is always harsh. Teach your children about the dangers of cycling so they don’t get into impossible situations as an adult.
Cycling infrastructure costs minute fraction of what we spend of road construction and maintenance. Toronto should be building more and better bike lanes, and maintaining and enforcing them properly to encourage more people to cycle whenever possible.
@@Meyers1793 Toronto is in financial trouble at the moment. Where should they get this money? Education is a lot cheaper than the construction of bike lanes. You say road construction is more expensive than bike lanes. Where are these bike lanes going to be located? They are on the side of the road that you don’t seem to think should be built.
@@davejohnson3773 Where did I say road should not be built? I was only pointing out the disparity of investment in bike lanes compared to roads. Toronto has a capital budget of $289 million over 10 years for bike lane implementation, compared to $4 BILLION over the same period for roads and bridges.
We could always divert funds from the bloated police budget to build cycling infrastructure. Police don't enforce traffic laws anyways.
Better cycling infrastructure? How about safer riding from cyclists? How many million of times do we see cyclists weaving in and out their bike lanes oblivious to vehicular traffic as if they're the most important things on the road? Running red lights, running stop signs, riding on sidewalks, riding aggressively, riding with no lights. The percentage of cyclists breaking traffic laws far exceed that of vehicles. Infrastructures can only do so much. Ride safely is the number 1 rule and ride like you don't own the road.
@@PQV-8898 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
To many happenings in one spot should avoid these places😮
🤔 "happenings" Hmm. Not sure about that one, I may have to call the grammar police about this incident.😊
Chow is hiding again 😂
I feel sorry for the woman. I really do, but a lot of cyclists push drivers to this edge just like this guy 1:14.
You don’t know that that’s what happened! 🙄🙄🙄
Your bicycle lane is as big as a car lane. You cyclist just take advantage. Hence “she left the bike lane” . Nothing against her, R.I.P. but cyclists can’t be swerving in and out of lanes like they’re playing subway surfer.
Watch the video, they explain there was construction and that’s what caused her to merge
Roads are for cars...cars and bikes are a bad mix. People who advocate integrating bikes with cars are responsible for putting cyclists at risk. They create a false sense of security along with an unrealistic sense of entitlement that cyclists have the right of way. End result is a terrible tragedy.
The victims' family should sue the city of Toronto, for providing bikes without regular mechanical safety inspection, without safety gear, without requiring users to have any proof of cycling experience, basic skill or training, without proof of knowledge or the rules or the road and encouraging these people to share the roads with cars.
As a driver, I think it the fault of drivers who think that they own the street like they own their car. You only own your car. On the street, any one of us is subject to using it according to the law, which is owned by all of us. Cyclists do have their right of place on the street like the motorist. What any driver thinks against that has no bearing at all. Yet like the driver, the cyclist has responsibility too.
@@delftfietser 90% of the roadway infrastructure is paid for through fuel tax, vehicle registration and licence fees. Cyclists don’t pay anything.
Politicians and activists are the ones responsible for the laws that make people think cyclists belong on the road with cars. Common sense says… when in traffic, it’s safer to be in the a car that is mandated by government to meet certain safety features to protect the lives of the occupants.
Motorcycles are legal and riders lives are at risk…bikes are legal and cyclists lives are even greater at risk. People who ignore this fact, are naive.
@mikec3971 In Canada, roads are paid by local government finds, and those are primarily filled by property taxes. Fees charged to drivers don't cover very much at all of construction and upkeep. Therefore no one owns the streets the way the motorist owns their vehicle. Yes it's the prime place of use of the car,but assignment is not ownership. Cars are not going to disappear from the streets in Canada/USA. Motorists will likely find that they will need to deal with a parallel and separate infrastructure for bikes and other alternative personal transport. I do think it will take a very long time to pull off, because our culture is polarized and our politics is mostly about hatred, division, and suspicion.
Licence cyclists
Bike have no reason to be on the road.
Not true. Many people use bikes for transportation. Bikes should not be on sidewalks. Riders need to be responsible and law abiding. Sounds like this person wasn't.
@AellaMaude-oy9qn Ships , Aeroplanes, Tanks , Horse Buggies and I wonder the list goes on , if being vehicle is a criteria to be able to ride on road.
I wonder when common sense prevail . Bike riders are slow (as in they dont match the speed of most of the traffic) and perhaps most importantly they are un-protected. They have extremely high chance of accident / injuries / fatality. Unless their lanes are completely isolated , these should not be on the road, no matter how much training we may impart.
Most cyclists downtown are careless riders and have no regards for anyone else. They are very selfish and think they own the rode.
ROAD.
I'm sorry but bikes have no place in the city!!!! We are NOT EUROPE !!! BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY CYCLISTS AND SCOOTERS DON'T FOLLOW THE RULES OF THE ROAD!!!!! AND THEY WANT TO MAKE AVENUE RD 2 LANES, INSANITY!!!!!!!
bikers wake up!!!! you may have the right of way...but if your killed then what was the point of the right of way. Cyclist need to wake up and realize that they are not the object they look out for on the road.
Probably on her phone ignoring signs
Thanks Sherlock