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When you first look at this image, what first comes to mind? A result from a computer application, capturing all of the clicks of your mouse? Radar coordinates from a secret operation? Artwork from a child?
Would you believe that this image actually depicts a mapping of all of the reported pedestrian accidents in San Francisco between 2005 and 2010? Please note that the entire city and outskirts of San Francisco is represented here–almost every block.
It’s chilling to believe that it doesn’t matter where we live in this City: pedestrians are at risk when we walk…
Otherwise known as The Intersection from Biking Hell, too many bike accidents at Market Street and Octavia Blvd have given this dangerous San Francisco intersection its name. I’ve written about this intersection before and now this intersection has reached its third year as the top dangerous intersection for bicycle wrecks in San Francisco. Since the boulevard opened in 2005, there have been 56 crashes with injuries at Octavia and Market. Four of the bicycle accidents on Octavia have been fatal accidents, according to the California Highway Patrol and news reports.
Octavia Blvd: The City had good intentions. The area…
San Francisco declares itself a pedestrian friendly city. And a great city like San Francisco should have an infrastructure which contributes to pedestrian safety. Pedestrian safety is an integral result of careful civil engineering and traffic engineering. San Francisco has a lot of pedestrians, and sadly, San Francisco has a lot of pedestrian injuries and pedestrian deaths.
San Francisco suffered its 18th pedestrian fatality for the year 2012 just recently. In the wake of these 18 pedestrian deaths, Mayor Ed Lee has announced a new San Francisco pedestrian safety plan to help reduce pedestrian accidents.
This plan is expected to…
As a bicycle enthusiast, and an attorney representing bicyclists, I am always happy to read about cities supporting cycling around the country, and across the world. I enjoy citing examples of how other communities try to increase bicycle safety and decrease bicycle accidents.
Bicycle commuting to work is not only good for the cyclist but also good for the community. National Bike Month spreads knowledge and incentive to potential bike commuters. Hundreds of U.S. cities have been successful in increasing bicycle commuting by offering enticements on Bike-to-Work Day. Proudly, San Francisco is one of the top bicycle-friendly cities.
As a…
Like many Californians, you may drive your automobile everywhere, trusting that your tires will always give you enough traction to keep you heading in the right direction and under control. Under ideal conditions, as long as your car is maintained mechanically and your tires are also well maintained, you are most likely to get where you are going without mishap. However, stormy or snowy weather, poorly maintained roads and road debris are all part of the California driving experience; so we must plan ahead and make sure our car tires can handle challenging conditions as well as smooth easy dry…
