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Vision Zero Philadelphia
Coverage of Vision Zero Philadelphia in the Nexus archive.
- Pedestrian, cyclist deaths make up larger share of Philadelphia’s traffic fatalities
Philadelphia's Vision Zero program reports that pedestrians and cyclists now account for a larger share of traffic fatalities, with speed identified as a critical factor in crash severity. The city's traffic safety initiative, launched under Mayor Cherelle Parker, faces ongoing challenges despite some progress toward reducing roadway deaths.