Category: Pedestrian Accidents
How To Keep Yourself Safe As A Pedestrian In Honolulu
There’s no denying that Honolulu is a busy city. Whether you’re a resident, tourist, military service-member or visiting on business, you’ve seen that the streets are filled with people at all hours of the day and night. Living in such a busy city means that the risks of pedestrian accidents are high. Historically, Hawaii has …
Read Full ArticlePedestrian Accidents: Man Struck on His Own Property
Unfortunately, Hawaii is near the top of the list of states with the highest number of accidents involving pedestrians. Walking is the main form of transportation for many Hawaii residents, so there are literally pedestrians everywhere these days. The rise in foot traffic has coincided with a dramatic rise in vehicular traffic, and one result is more pedestrian …
Read Full ArticleThe High Rate of Pedestrian Accidents in Hawaii Is Troubling
Over the past few years, accidents involving pedestrians have skyrocketed in Hawaii. In fact, 2018 was the deadliest year on record for pedestrians across the state. A number of factors could be contributing to the spike in pedestrian accidents, such as increased traffic on roadways and greater numbers of distracted drivers. One thing is for certain — …
Read Full ArticleRecent Pedestrian Accidents Add to an Already Deadly Year
Pedestrians are abundant in Hawaii, especially around cities. The weather in Hawaii is warm year-round, so many residents choose walking as their main form of transportation. Running has also become a popular form of exercise. Runners and joggers are commonly seen grinding out their miles along the shoulders of crowded roadways. Unfortunately, being in such close proximity to vehicular …
Read Full ArticlePedestrians and Bicyclists at Risk for Injury in Hawaii
Whether you’re a full-time resident of Hawaii or among tens of thousands of tourists who visit the islands every year, you likely enjoy being outdoors and taking in the immense beauty of your surroundings. Hawaii is truly one of the most beautiful places on earth. It’s understandable that many residents and visitors leave the keys …
Read Full ArticlePedestrian Accidents: Driver Flees the Scene of Deadly Accident
The weather in Hawaii is warm and wonderful year-round, and to take advantage of the great climate, many people choose walking as their main form of transportation. Foot traffic has greatly increased in and around the city of Honolulu especially. It is a fact that accidents will happen when pedestrians and vehicles are in close proximity. Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents have plagued …
Read Full ArticlePedestrian Accidents Are Occurring at an Alarming Rate
Although there are more drivers than ever before in Hawaii, most people still travel by foot. Unfortunately, Hawaii has recently been marred by numerous deadly pedestrian accidents. The high number of vehicles sharing roadways could be a reason for the increased numbers of crashes involving pedestrians. Unfortunately, any accident involving a pedestrian is more likely to be fatal. …
Read Full ArticlePedestrian Accidents: Yet Another Fatal Accident Reported
For a lot of Hawaii citizens, walking is the main form of transportation. Pedestrians are literally everywhere in towns and cities across the state. As populations continue to increase, more and more pedestrians are put in harm’s way as they attempt to navigate around streets bustling with traffic. In an alarming and disturbing trend, pedestrian accidents have drastically …
Read Full ArticlePedestrian Accidents: Deaths Have Drastically Increased This Year
This has been a tragic and deadly year so far for pedestrians in Hawaii. To provide some context, pedestrian fatalities in Hawaii are up over 500 percent this year versus last year, according to recent statistics. What could be causing this dramatic rise in pedestrian accidents? Increased vehicular traffic as well as inattentive behavior are two primary causes. Regardless of …
Read Full ArticlePedestrian Accidents: Oahu Accident Continues Deadly Trend
Almost every person is a pedestrian at some point during the day. Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents have risen dramatically in recent years in Hawaii. One reason for this increase could be that more and more people in Hawaii are buying and using automobiles to commute, causing overcrowded roadways. However, one thing is for certain, pedestrian safety has become a big concern across …
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