Pedestrians in Washington are sometimes compelled to travel in close proximity to motor vehicles. Joggers in rural settings may run right on the road, and people in parking lots never know when someone might back up into them. Even those who stick to sidewalks and...
Pedestrian Accidents
How SDOT is working to limit pedestrian injuries at intersections
Drivers are required by law to stop and yield to pedestrians at nearly every intersection in the state of Washington. However, that too often doesn’t happen. Many drivers believe that if an intersection isn’t a marked crosswalk, they don’t have to stop for...
Risks to watch out for as a pedestrian in spring and summer
The spring is a busy time of year, and as it turns into summer, it’s normal to see pedestrians walking in their neighborhoods and around busy roadways. Unfortunately, there are hazards that could negatively impact you as a pedestrian that you will need to look out for...
What 2 holidays rank as the most dangerous days for pedestrians?
Holidays are typically times of family gatherings and celebrations. Unfortunately, for some people, the holidays are the anniversary of a tragedy. Certain dangerous behaviors have a strong correlation with holidays, which can lead to a tragic incident that dims the...
Pediatric trauma to the torso poses special challenges
Any time a child gets struck by a motor vehicle while walking or riding a bicycle, the injuries can be catastrophic. In some of the most severe cases, those injuries may even be fatal. Traumatic torso injuries, in particular, can present special diagnostic and...
Pedestrian risks are higher than ever on modern roads
Companies that manufacture motor vehicles are constantly getting better at producing safe and reliable designs. Vehicle flaws once overlooked now get addressed regularly. From side-impact airbags to restraint adjustments to make safety belts safer for children, the...
Pedestrian deaths last year hit a 30-year high in the United States
Walking is arguably the most common and basic of all forms of aerobic activity. With the exception of those who have limited mobility due to special needs, most everyone walks at least a little every day. Walking is good for your heart, your lungs and your muscles....
Causes for pedestrian accidents
A bicyclist or pedestrian has little to no defenses if a motor vehicle strikes them. The consequences of such an accident can be devastating. When lives are on the line in pedestrian accidents, knowing the causes may save a life. The injuries from a pedestrian...
Drivers continue to pose a risk to Seattle’s pedestrians
In recent years, as Seattle’s population has exploded, so has the number of people foregoing cars to get to work. From 2006 to 2017, the number of people walking or rolling to work has risen by 24%, according to a Seattle Department of Transportation report....
