A recent article highlights the alarming rise in pedestrian fatalities in the U.S., which increased by 83% from 2009 to 2022. This rise is particularly notable during nighttime and on urban arterial roads, where injuries are more likely to be fatal. While factors such as the prevalence of SUVs and smartphone use were examined, they do not fully account for the surge. Research by AAA indicates that socio-economic factors and neighborhood characteristics, especially in deprived areas, significantly influence pedestrian safety. Thus, this issue predominantly affects lower-income communities.
The recent study reveals that pedestrian fatalities have surged, particularly on urban roads at night, disproportionately impacting socially deprived neighborhoods.
AAA's research indicates that the rise in pedestrian deaths is linked to factors like urban road conditions, socio-economic status, and the time of day, rather than merely vehicle types.
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