Pensacola is a beautiful place to ride a bike. With warm weather, scenic views, and plenty of great spots to explore, it’s no surprise that cycling has become a popular way to get around the city. However, like any city, Pensacola faces challenges when it comes to bicycle safety. As more riders take to the streets, improving infrastructure and reducing crash risks have become urgent […]
Idaho Falls is one of ten cities in the state with over 40,000 residents. Compared to the other large cities in Idaho, it has relatively safe roads. In fact, it had the lowest traffic injury or fatality rate among these cities in 2023. However, “safe” does not mean perfect. The city still had hundreds of car accidents in Idaho Falls, including many that resulted in […]
Northbrook, a suburb of Chicago with a population of approximately 34,000, may not be as congested as the Windy City. However, there’s still a risk of injuries and fatalities due to traffic accidents in this small community. Car accidents are more common in Northbrook than you might realize, even if the majority of them don’t result in serious harm. Northbrook Car Accident Statistics We’ll start […]
Fishing and outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the many opportunities that Palm Bay, Florida, offers to get close to nature. Accessing these areas and other parts of the city requires you to use the town’s roads and be exposed to the risk of being involved in a motor vehicle accident. Statistics from Martin County, Florida, can give you an idea of how great or small this risk […]
Ocala, Florida, has a population of 68,426. As a small city located nearly right in the middle of the state, you might expect it to experience a high number of crashes. However, the city only sees thousands of car accidents in Ocala each year – a relative low number Using statistics from the Florida Traffic Safety Dashboard, Ocala is home to about 0.3% of Florida’s […]
With a population of about 87,000 residents, Melbourne routinely sees both traffic congestion and hazardous roads. Dozens of people die annually in Melbourne traffic accidents, while hundreds more suffer life-changing injuries. The city has recognized this problem and joined Brevard County’s Vision Zero initiative. This program gathers traffic crash data so local governments can allocate resources where they can reduce fatal and serious injury traffic […]
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office recently issued a blunt warning, reminding drivers in its jurisdiction that they are more likely to die in a car accident than be murdered. Car accidents in Jacksonville continue to be a serious problem. According to state statistics, Jacksonville traffic crashes killed 155 and injured 15,479 people in a recent year. The leading causes of these accidents include distracted driving, speeding, […]
With a history that stretches back before the first European settlers arrived in the 1750s, the city of York, South Carolina, is one of the largest national historic districts in the state. It is home to just a few thousand people; however, even in this small community in northern South Carolina, car accidents in York can suddenly occur, leaving you or your loved ones seriously […]
In 2022, motorists in Alabama traveled over 70 million miles on Alabama roadways. That same year, authorities recorded thousands of motor vehicle accidents, including 988 fatalities. Driving in Alabama can be dangerous, especially on congested, urban roads like those in Montgomery. Most car accidents in Alabama only cause property damage to vehicles. Unfortunately, even these types of wrecks can mean financial and practical difficulties for […]
Road safety in Salt Lake City has long been a concern. With the city growing so quickly, it’s seeing a lot more traffic on the roads. Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians all face unique risks. Understanding common hazards, prime accident areas, and safety measures can help reduce injuries and fatalities on the road. Common Causes of Road Accidents Many car accidents in Salt Lake City, UT […]