Fort Lauderdale, in Florida, is a very busy town flanked by picturesque beaches, vivacious nightlife, and pleasant weather. Still, along with popularity comes heavy road traffic and roads that are dangerous to be driven on by automobiles. A recent study has revealed a disturbing trend concerning car accidents in Fort Lauderdale and the need for further safety measures.
The report detailed that there were about 42,000 vehicle crashes in Fort Lauderdale simply for the year of 2019, inflicting serious injuries and killing no less than 171 individuals. This means that, on average, there were 116 car accidents daily, leading to death once in two days. The figures are astonishing and, hence, clearly show the necessity of improved road safety measures.
Dangerous Roads
The research also showed those avenues in Fort Lauderdale that are the most lethal; some of them include Federal Highway, Sunrise Boulevard and West Broward Boulevard. These roads are busy and lead to attractive places. Hence people use them diligently, including car drivers, and that makes accident-prone areas. Other notorious roads that pose even more dangers to drivers include US-1, Florida’s Turnpike, and I-95, with huge respective speed limits of 60mph or more in some segments coupled with massive traffic congestion during rush hours.
Causes of Car Accidents in Fort Lauderdale
However, despite the fact that there are numerous factors leading to car accidents, in the course of research, some main causes were discovered, such as distracted driving, speeding and DUI. Drivers aged between 15-29 years of age were found to have been involved in most car accidents and it also appears there was a lot of recklessness and irresponsible driving.
Also, the study found that passengers were the most vulnerable in car accidents comprising 51% of all injuries. This emphasizes that safe driving is not the only aspect to be considered, but safety precautions should also apply with regards to how passengers are transported. It is also essential for drivers to place their safety as well as the security of other road users at heart and observe traffic rules while wearing seat belts and not driving with distraction.
Safety Measures
Following these statistics, which are alarming, the city of Fort Lauderdale has taken several safety steps, including enhancement in traffic control and placements for speed camera hives. Also, attempts have been made to rehabilitate risky roads so as to reduce the likelihood of road accidents.
With the residents and visitors always on the move around Fort Lauderdale, these statistics show the hazards they face. By being careful and adhering to traffic rules, we can all participate in making roads safer for everyone.
