"More than 4,000 pedestrians lost their lives in just five states in 2023, according to new research from Bader Law. California, Texas, Florida, Georgia, and New York recorded the highest numbers of pedestrian deaths, together accounting for a disproportionate share of the nation's fatalities. The total in these states rivals the entire national death toll from just two decades ago, underscoring the severity of the current pedestrian safety crisis."
"California - 1,100 deaths, concentrated in Los Angeles and San Francisco metro areas. Texas - 900 deaths, many linked to suburban arterials and major highways intersecting dense urban communities. Florida - 850 deaths, with risks heightened in tourist-heavy coastal cities and late-night entertainment districts. Georgia - 700 deaths, reflecting suburban sprawl where sidewalks and safe crossings are often absent. New York - 500 deaths, with New York City and its surrounding metro area accounting for the majority."
"Distraction was identified as a key factor behind rising pedestrian deaths. Across observed crossings in the study areas: Nearly 50% of pedestrians showed visible distraction. Pedestrians using phones were four times more likely to ignore crosswalk signals. 60% failed to check for traffic before stepping into the street. Phone use increased average crossing time by 18%, keeping pedestrians in active traffic lanes longer."
More than 4,000 pedestrians died in California, Texas, Florida, Georgia, and New York in 2023. California recorded about 1,100 deaths, Texas 900, Florida 850, Georgia 700, and New York 500, with major metro areas accounting for many fatalities. Smartphone distraction was widespread: nearly half of pedestrians showed visible distraction, phone users were four times likelier to ignore crosswalk signals, 60% failed to check for traffic, and phone use increased crossing time by 18%. Contributing factors include urban density combined with high-speed traffic, tourism and nightlife, suburban sprawl lacking sidewalks, and dangerous arterial highways.
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