Spike in Pedestrian Deaths Hits Nearly All Metros

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The Memphis area is the deadliest metro in the U.S. for pedestrians, but almost all major cities are getting more hazardous for people who are walking, a new study found. More than 80% of the largest 101 metro areas in the country have become more dangerous, according to Smart Growth America, a nonprofit group that promotes alternatives to driving. The worsening trend comes as safety advocates and the federal government have also raised the alarm about a surge in pedestrian deaths.

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Story by Daniel C. Vock
May 30, 2024

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Bicyclists and Pedestrians