Griffin, Georgia, sits at the crossroads of US-41 and US-19. Although the town only has about 23,000 residents, it sees a lot of traffic. From Griffin, US-41 runs north to Atlanta while US-19 runs south to the Florida border. Although Griffin has more car accidents than expected for its population, it doesn’t result in as many fatalities as one might expect. But even though the […]
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) publishes an annual report with traffic crash statistics. PennDOT reports car accident and pedestrian accident statistics at the county level in this report. PennDOT also provides the Pennsylvania Crash Information Tool (PCIT). This database allows users to search for crash information at the city level. These databases paint a concerning picture of crashes in the city of Lebanon and […]
Georgia’s Department of Transportation (GDOT) publicly releases information about traffic crashes in the state. This information comes from accident reports prepared by law enforcement agencies for crashes in their jurisdictions. These accident reports cover all accidents involving injury, death, or property damage of more than $500. The GDOT database allows users to search for crashes in specific towns and cities in Georgia. Using this database, […]
According to the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office (OHSO), traffic deaths within the state increased by 87 from 2020 to 2021. Preliminary data estimate traffic fatalities for 2020 at 595. In addition to traffic fatalities, thousands of people are injured in Oklahoma automobile accidents each year. Vision for Improving Oklahoma City Road Safety The vision of the OHSO is to build and maintain safe roadways for […]
Florida is home to many of the most dangerous interstates and highways in America. Hundreds of traffic accidents occur throughout the state each year. Therefore, St. Petersburg road safety is a priority for everyone who lives and works within the city. Sadly, many of the traffic crashes in St. Petersburg could be prevented. Negligence, dangerous driving behavior, and poor decisions cause most traffic accidents. Traffic […]
Fort Lauderdale is the tenth most populous city in Florida. In a state with a high rate of car accidents, pedestrian accidents, and motorcycle accidents, Fort Lauderdale stands out because of its terrible reputation for road safety. When Fort Lauderdale adopted its Vision Zero plan in 2015, it had the second-worst pedestrian fatality rate and fifth-worst traffic fatality rate in the nation. Since 2015, Fort […]
Roundabouts seem to be a divisive topic these days. To some, they are a quicker and safer alternative to traditional intersections. To others, they are confusing and unnecessary. So, where does the truth lie? If you’re looking for an answer to this question, you can learn more in this short guide. What is a Roundabout? As the name implies, roundabouts are intersections that are typically […]
When it comes to high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes, you probably fall into one of two groups: you either hate them or you love them. Since their inception in 1969, HOV lanes have divided commuters. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, these high-occupancy vehicle lanes are meant to encourage ride-sharing and carpooling. Drivers with more than a single occupant are incentivized by supposedly being able […]