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Pedestrian safety remains a critical issue in Pittsburgh, a city with a long history of serious pedestrian accidents. Despite ongoing efforts, many pedestrians are still at risk of being injured by cars. A recent Public Source article highlighted this troubling trend, where pedestrians are often unfairly blamed for accidents simply for not crossing in marked…

A blocked sidewalk on Butler Street in Pittsburgh is creating a serious hazard for pedestrians, forcing them into traffic and increasing the risk of pedestrian accidents, according to a recent Yahoo News report. “Thousands of people every week are forced to walk into traffic to get around this,” said Armin Samii, chair of Better Streets…

If you’ve noticed worsening traffic congestion in and around Pittsburgh, you’re not alone. A recent international study of vehicle travel patterns confirms the growing frustration for local commuters. According to the latest report from Inrix, a global analytics firm, Pittsburgh ranked as the 15th most congested city in the United States in 2023. Drivers in…

According to a report by WTAE-TV, Pittsburgh has introduced new traffic calming measures on Greenfield Avenue in an effort to enhance road safety and reduce speeding. Speeding is a significant danger on city streets, as it reduces a driver’s ability to react to sudden changes, increases the severity of car accidents, and endangers pedestrians and…

Pittsburgh leaders recently convened to promote a citywide initiative to reduce serious car accidents and traffic fatalities. Mayor Ed Gainey, the Department of Mobility and Infrastructure, and City Council members gathered to discuss the benefits of measures to minimize traffic incidents, including the installation of speed bumps and traffic circles. According to Councilor Barb Warwick, a…

Motorcycle accidents can have devastating consequences for riders Motorcycling embodies a thrilling sense of freedom and adventure, but it also comes with risks due to negligent drivers. Every year, thousands of riders suffer injuries in motorcycle crashes, some of which can be severe or even fatal. May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month – a time…

April Marks Distracted Driving Awareness Month in Maine Misconceptions about distracted driving can contribute to risky behaviors on the road and undermine efforts by others to get home safely. In Maine, an ongoing myth seems to be the assumption that intersections are great places to send and receive phone calls and text messages. Even without…

These factors have the potential to raise truck accident TBI risk Motor vehicle accidents are the third leading cause of traumatic brain injuries in Pennsylvania. Among these accidents, collisions involving semi-trucks often result in more serious and fatal brain injuries due to the sheer size and weight of commercial vehicles. The impact of a truck…

Traffic safety improvements in Western Pennsylvania are necessary due to the area’s growing concerns about road safety. That includes high accident rates and traffic congestion. The area’s outdated road infrastructure and increased traffic demand call for improved road infrastructure to help prevent car accidents. Recently, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has invested money in…

AAA survey exposes the rift between attitudes and engagement in bad driving behavior. Many Americans value driving, but a new AAA driver survey reveals a disconnect between drivers’ attitudes and behaviors. For example, despite acknowledging the dangers of using cell phones to text and send emails while driving, many have admitted to doing so in…