Pedestrians are Arizona’s most vulnerable road users. They have the most to lose in traffic accidents. In 2019, the Arizona Department of Transportation reported 1,842 pedestrian collisions throughout the state. Pedestrian accidents in Arizona caused 1,697 injuries (including 356 serious injuries) and 220 deaths.
Every year, thousands of pedestrians suffer serious and debilitating injuries in traffic collisions. While negligent and distracted drivers cause many of these accidents, pedestrians can contribute by breaking roadway rules and incorrectly assuming they have the right-of-way. Jaywalking is a dangerous pedestrian practice that involves crossing the street where it may not be safe to do so.
Walking is one of the most popular ways to get around Arizona. Walking has benefits for both the pedestrian and the environment. A city’s walkability refers to how safe and easy it is to walk or jog within.
According to WalkScore.com,
Pedestrians are the road’s most vulnerable users. They are defenseless in collisions with vehicles and can easily suffer catastrophic or fatal injuries. Unfortunately, many drivers in Glendale do not take their responsibilities to pedestrians seriously. In 2017, almost 6,000 pedestrians died in traffic collisions throughout the U.S,
