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flag UK study reveals standard crosswalk times are too short for older adults, urging slower walking speeds in signal design.

flag A UK study finds standard pedestrian crossing times are too short for older adults and people with mobility issues, with average walking speeds of 0.77 m/s—well below the 1.2 m/s used in design—requiring 6.5 seconds to cross a five-meter road, over two seconds longer than typical green signals. flag Only 1.5% of older adults studied could cross safely within standard durations. flag Researchers recommend adjusting signal timing to 0.7 m/s to improve safety, independence, and physical activity, urging updated urban design to support healthier aging.

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