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flag Arizona’s pedestrian death rate is nearly double the national average, driven by car-centric infrastructure and unsafe road design.

flag Arizona’s pedestrian fatality rate is nearly double the national average, with 6 deaths per 100,000 people from 2018 to 2022, according to a AAA Foundation study. flag Male pedestrian deaths rose from 4.9 to 6.0 per 100,000, and female rates increased from 2.1 to 2.6, both well above national averages. flag Male bicyclist fatalities reached 1.1 per 100,000, far exceeding female rates. flag Road deaths in Arizona rose 27.5% over the period, attributed to car-centric infrastructure, wide roads encouraging speeding, lack of protected pathways, and longer walking distances due to limited vehicle access. flag The AAA urges pedestrians to stay visible, avoid distractions, follow traffic rules, and use crosswalks and well-lit areas.

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