Cyclists after a severe fall in Klosterneuburg in mortal danger!

Cyclists after a severe fall in Klosterneuburg in mortal danger!

A serious accident occurred on Wednesday evening in Weidlingbach, Klosterneuburg, Lower Austria. A 53-year-old Viennese cyclist seriously crashed when a wild animal suddenly crossed the road on Tullner Straße (L 120). As a result of the accident, the man contracted considerable injuries and had to be taken care of immediately.

other road users did not hesitate to provide first aid and alert the rescue workers. An emergency helicopter quickly brought the seriously injured to the St. Pölten University Hospital, while the L 120 had to be temporarily blocked during the rescue operation. These fast -drawn measures could have been crucial for the health of the cyclist. [Kosmo] (https://www.kosmo.at/reh-sprang-vors- rennrad-wiener-after-sturz-in-lebensfahr/) reports of the urgency of the situation and the first reactions of passers-by.

causes of the accident and risks for cyclists

The misfortune illustrates the dangers associated with cycling. According to an analysis by the Federal Institute for Roads (BAST), cycling is environmentally friendly and healthy, but the number of cyclists who have crashed is behind general accident development. The organization has carried out a comprehensive survey and analysis of bicycle accidents in order to identify problem areas and reduce the number of accidents. BAST emphasizes that alcohol-related accidents and distractions are used by mobile phone use.

The results show that men have a higher risk of accidents than women and, above all, have an increased risk of killing. Furthermore, 8% of cyclists who have had an accident in the past three years will be identified among the respondents. Above all, the age group of 18- to 24-year-olds shows a high frequency of accidents, which speaks for the need for prevention measures.

prevention and improvement of the wheel infrastructure

The analysis also acknowledges that the accidents often arise from the fault of the cyclists and that an average of 12% of these accidents are recorded by the police. One of the most important conclusions is the need for increased education about alcohol and distraction. It is also proposed to offer theoretical courses or practical bicycle training.

In order to increase safety in road traffic, improvements in the cycling infrastructure are also recommended. In addition, the positive representation of the use of helmet is proposed to increase the wearing quota in order to reduce particularly possible head injuries. This could also be important in terms of current incidents, such as the serious accident in Klosterneuburg.

The events and the associated analyzes illustrate how important it is to point out both the dangers of cycling and to take preventive measures in order to ensure the safety of all road users. ORF complements the reporting on the risks that can cause possible accidents.