{"id":16880,"date":"2025-07-25T15:43:45","date_gmt":"2025-07-25T19:43:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tvdelmarva.com\/?p=16880"},"modified":"2025-07-25T15:43:45","modified_gmt":"2025-07-25T19:43:45","slug":"e-bike-and-scooter-injuries-rising-in-ocean-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tvdelmarva.com\/wp\/e-bike-and-scooter-injuries-rising-in-ocean-city\/","title":{"rendered":"E BIKE AND SCOOTER INJURIES RISING IN OCEAN CITY"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

OCEAN CITY, Md. \u2014 <\/strong>The Ocean City Fire Department is warning the public about a rise in injuries related to electric bicycles and scooters in the resort community. Department officials report that incidents involving e-bikes and scooters are resulting in more cases of broken bones, concussions, and serious head injuries. Authorities point to two main issues behind this increase: low rates of helmet use and riders failing to follow established traffic regulations. Riders of e-bikes and scooters are required to observe the same rules of the road as other vehicles, including stopping at lights and stop signs, yielding to pedestrians, and maintaining appropriate speed. Despite these rules, many riders are observed without proper safety gear. Currently, Maryland law mandates helmet use for individuals under 16 on traditional bicycles; however, there is no legal requirement for helmet use on e-bikes or scooters regardless of age. The fire department is advocating for improved safety regulations both locally and across the state. Local officials recommend that all riders wear helmets, adhere to traffic laws, and exercise caution, particularly as the number of e-bikes and scooters on city streets continues to grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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OCEAN CITY, Md. \u2014 The Ocean City Fire Department is warning the public about a rise in injuries related to electric bicycles and scooters in the resort community. Department officials report that incidents involving e-bikes and scooters are resulting in more cases of broken bones, concussions, and serious head injuries. 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