Sharqiya Sees 5% Drop in Traffic Accident Fatalities and Injuries: A Step in the Right Direction
- A recent report from a traffic source has revealed a significant drop in run-over accidents in the first half of 2024.
- The number of run-over accidents has decreased to 132, resulting in 153 injuries, whereas last year witnessed 134 accidents, resulting in 157 injuries.
- To improve traffic safety, 7 pedestrian crossings have been implemented in Dammam, including one at Al-Ahsa, Khalifa Abu Bakr Road.
Traffic Accidents Decrease in Dammam, Saudi Arabia
A recent report from a traffic source has revealed a significant drop in run-over accidents in the first half of 2024. The data shows a 5% decrease in injuries and deaths compared to the same period last year.
The number of run-over accidents has decreased to 132, resulting in 153 injuries, whereas last year witnessed 134 accidents, resulting in 157 injuries. Furthermore, fatal accidents have decreased to 58 this year from 72 last year.
Implementation of Pedestrian Crossings and Safety Measures
To improve traffic safety, 7 pedestrian crossings have been implemented in Dammam, including one at Al-Ahsa, Khalifa Abu Bakr Road. Additionally, 5 separate iron fences have been installed to control the movement of pedestrians from authorized crossing points.
Quiet bumps have also been implemented in Mantajah neighborhood and Al-Shuala neighborhood to reduce accidents. These safety measures aim to increase traffic safety efficiency and reduce the accident rate.
Improving Traffic Safety Efficiency
Traffic safety efficiency has been increased in Dammam, Al-Ahsa, and Hafar Al-Batin, with over 185 intersections and 28 pedestrian crossings installed. Engineering improvements have been made on 300 kilometers of roads, and over 220 government facilities, such as schools, mosques, parks, and government offices, have been upgraded.
Al Sharqiya Municipality has implemented 28 pedestrian crossings on roads to ensure the safety of users, reduce accidents, and enhance traffic safety on Dammam’s main roads and public roads.
Continued Efforts to Improve Road Safety
The Eastern Municipality is committed to improving the level of services provided to the population and continues to implement the program to improve road safety. The municipality studies road traffic safety, identifies high-traffic areas, and analyzes them to find appropriate engineering solutions to increase traffic safety efficiency.
The goal is to create a safe environment for road users by applying the best standards used in the field of traffic safety. The municipality prioritizes the implementation of pedestrian crossings in high-traffic areas, ensuring compliance with engineering standards.