Young surf instructor, aged 24, loses arm following catastrophic collision with a train with no prior warning given.
In a tragic incident that has shaken the community of Ventura, California, 24-year-old Elieah Boyd, a popular surf instructor, lost her arm after being struck by a train near Seaward Avenue on July 7.
Elieah, known for her adventurous spirit and vibrant personality, documents her travels and sells handmade goods through her Instagram account and brand, Everything Under The Sun. Her loved ones have launched a GoFundMe page to help cover her extensive medical expenses, with a goal of $65,000. At the time of writing, the campaign has already raised over $51,000.
The accident occurred as Elieah was crossing the train tracks, a location where safety regulations are in place to prevent such incidents. Safety measures at railway crossings for bicycles and e-bikes focus on ensuring clear warnings and controlled crossing environments. Key safety measures include passive crossings with CROSSBUCK and STOP signs, active traffic control with flashing lights, audible warnings, and automatic gates, and designated crossings equipped with signs, signals, or gates.
However, common causes of accidents at railway crossings, particularly for bicycles and e-bikes, include risky behavior, insufficient sight distance, high train speeds, lack of active controls, and crossing at non-designated locations. In Elieah's case, it was reported that she never heard the train's horn before the accident.
In the aftermath of the accident, Elieah has undergone a 10-hour surgery to reattach her limb and has at least two more operations scheduled. Despite the challenges ahead, Elieah has expressed her gratitude towards the medical teams who successfully reattached her arm and asked for donations to help cover her surgeries.
Elieah has already regained some feeling in her arm and is looking forward to getting back in the ocean with her surfboard. To further support her recovery, Ventura's Frontside Café is organizing a fundraiser on July 26.
Elieah has never asked for help before but is now seeking love, support, and prayers as the road ahead requires her to stop working for several months. An outpouring of support and messages of encouragement has flooded social media, reflecting the deep impact Elieah has had on the community.
Safety regulations at railway crossings are in place to prevent accidents like the one that occurred with Elieah. It is a reminder for all to be vigilant and follow safety guidelines when crossing train tracks. As Elieah embarks on her journey to recovery, the community stands by her, offering their love, support, and prayers.
- Elieah, who previously documented her travels and sold handmade goods under the brand 'Everything Under The Sun' on Instagram, has faced a significant health-and-wellness challenge due to a car-accident involving a train.
- Despite the extensive medical expenses accumulated as a result of the accident, Elieah's loved ones have launched a GoFundMe campaign to support her, serving as an example of the community's commitment to fitness-and-exercise enthusiasts like Elieah.
- The accident serves as a reminder for cyclists and e-bike riders to observe safety measures at railway crossings, especially considering common causes such as risky behavior, insufficient sight distance, high train speeds, lack of active controls, and crossing at non-designated locations.
- In a demonstration of the community's unwavering support, Ventura's Frontside Café plans to organize a fundraiser for Elieah on July 26, offering an opportunity for sports fans, sports-betting enthusiasts, and general news followers to sympathize and stand alongside her as she recovers from the incident.
