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 […]
In Florida, car accidents rarely occur randomly. Instead, they tend to result from a combination of factors. The leading cause of traffic accidents is risky driving behaviors. For example, distracted driving and failing to yield underlie many intersection accidents in Clearwater, Florida. However, location also plays a role. Road design, congestion, and traffic controls can set the stage for crash hotspots to develop in certain […]
In 2023, Broward County reported over 40,000 traffic crashes, representing over ten percent of the state’s total. Over 200 people died, and nearly 25,000 people were injured. The year before, Broward County reported 280 fatalities. There were fifty-three fatal car accidents in Fort Lauderdale that year. Since 2018, over 200 fatal crashes have been reported in Fort Lauderdale. A fatality wreck can occur anywhere, but […]
The “Mile High City” is also Colorado’s most populated urban area, and with a high population, car accidents become common in the community. Witnessing a car accident in Denver can be a part of everyday life in Colorado. People who use cars, bicycles, or their feet to navigate the city’s roads should have a clear understanding of the risks they face when commuting in the […]
Atlanta traffic is infamous throughout the United States. Commuters who live in or pass through Atlanta have to contend with the city’s notoriously congested roads on a daily basis. However, they aren’t the only ones who are impacted. Millions of individuals who are heading to or driving north from Florida also have to trek through Atlanta. You might wonder: Why is Atlanta’s traffic so bad? […]
Like many other parts of Florida, Lakeland is prone to flooding. Most mortgage lenders require homeowners to have flood insurance, and an intricate system of drains and pipes helps minimize the risk of life-threatening flash floods. While Lakeland (and Polk County as a whole) has made great strides in floodplain management, flooding still poses a significant road safety issue. It causes incidents like road surface […]