California cities crack top 5 most forgetful as Uber reveals new lost and found index
Uber's 2026 Lost & Found Index reveals that San Francisco and Los Angeles are among the top five most forgetful cities in the U.S. New York ranks first, followed by Miami and Chicago. The report highlights common and bizarre items left behind by riders, including a live fish and a mannequin.
- ▪San Francisco is ranked No. 4 and Los Angeles No. 5 in Uber's Lost & Found Index.
- ▪The report indicates that over 1 million devices were reported lost, with phones being the most common item.
- ▪Uber identified July 17 as the most forgetful day of the year, with Sundays generating the highest volume of lost-item reports.
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Metro California cities crack top 5 most forgetful as Uber reveals new lost and found index By Daniel Farr Published June 3, 2026, 9:00 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google California Uber riders may want to double-check the backseat before ending their next Uber trip. The rideshare company has released its new 2026 Lost & Found Index that places two California metros among the nation’s most forgetful cities, with San Francisco ranking No. 4 and Los Angeles coming in at No. 5 on the company’s annual list. The report, which marks the 10th anniversary of Uber’s Lost & Found Index, offers a snapshot of the items riders most frequently leave behind, along with some truly bizarre discoveries encountered over the past year.
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