A recent report highlights San Francisco's alarming traffic collision statistics over the past five years, where 100,000 incidents resulted in over 200 fatalities and $2.5 billion in costs. In response, city officials and advocates rallied for a renewed commitment to the Vision Zero initiative, aiming to eliminate serious and fatal crashes within ten years. They argue that the financial burden of traffic-related incidents should motivate the city to enhance infrastructure and prioritize pedestrian safety, as previous efforts have not achieved the desired results, with a concerning rise in traffic deaths.
No amount of money can make up for the loss of human life, but we hope focusing on the financial costs can spur safer infrastructure investment.
The city has objectively failed at Vision Zero, with a record 42 traffic deaths in 2024, calling for renewed commitment.
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