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Mayor addresses pedestrian safety concerns

Crossing the street in New York City can be extremely dangerous for pedestrians, especially in areas that haven’t been designed with pedestrian safety in mind. Statistically, the most dangerous places for pedestrians are crosswalks where 55% of pedestrian fatalities occur.
New safety initiative
Mayor Eric Adams announced a new pedestrian safety initiative that will replace Vision Zero. Mayor Adams described his plan while meeting with police and transportation commissioners on Jan. 19. The plan will specifically target 1,000 different intersections around the city for pedestrian safety improvements like:

Speed bumps
Protected bike lanes
Increased police enforcement

Scared to cross the street
During his announcement,…

Worst area of the city for pedestrians and cyclists

Have you ever seen a white bike displayed along a New York City sidewalk and wondered what it was? A “ghost bike” is a memorial for a bicyclist who was killed by a motorist while riding. Unfortunately, one borough is notorious for its many ghost bikes.
The Bronx has a problem with pedestrian safety
The Bronx has had a problem with pedestrian and bicycle safety for a while, and hit-and-run accidents make the problem even worse. When a bicyclist or pedestrian is hit, it’s crucial to get a medical response team to the scene as quickly as possible. However, too many car…

Why won’t drivers yield the right of way?

Auto accidents could result in terrible injuries and even fatalities. Vehicle-pedestrian accidents might present the worst outcomes. The human body, unlike a car, cannot absorb a vehicle’s impact. So, why do some drivers in New York seemingly disregard pedestrian safety? Unfortunately, bad habits and poor judgment might contribute to dangerous driving.
Not giving pedestrians the right of way
“Right of way” refers to achieving precedence when proceeding. In other words, when a pedestrian has the right of way, he or she may go first. A recent study shows that less than 30% of drivers give pedestrians the right of way at a crosswalk….

Pedestrian safety is becoming a priority in NYC

The New York City metropolitan area is an assembly of vibrant communities even when restrictive movement orders are in place, and city management is taking further steps to improve the safety of those who walk, bike, and use the metropolitan transportation system. As every thing gradually gets back to normal, now is an excellent time to revitalize designated walkways and bike lanes for those who want to avoid motorized individual methods of transportation. Cars are great, but so is the traffic congestion from Times Square out to Queens and the Bronx. Public safety is a priority, and it could get…

How to avoid pedestrian accidents involving older people

An older person may be more likely to have vision, hearing or other impairments that may make it harder to stay safe as a pedestrian. Therefore, it is imperative that you are extra careful if you see an elderly person walking on the sidewalk or making an attempt to cross the street. This is true whether you are driving in a rural town or in the middle of New York City.
What can you do to minimize the risk of an accident?
If you see an elderly pedestrian, assume that this person will have a harder time seeing or hearing you. Therefore,…