Crashes can happen almost anywhere. Some collisions occur at the end of a driveway because an individual does not monitor their surroundings before they back out onto the street. Many collisions occur at intersections or on roads with high speed limits, like interstates and freeways.
Drivers in the Sarasota-Bradenton-Venice-North Port metro area may have more risk at some locations as opposed to others. Pedestrians and cyclists also need to be aware of their risk, as the area is known to be one of the most dangerous in the entire country for pedestrians. For those in motor vehicles, factors ranging from overall traffic volume to speed limits and road conditions may affect their likelihood of a crash. Tourists, drunk drivers and distracted drivers, as well as commercial traffic, can also increase crash risks.
Where do drivers need to be particularly aware of their safety in the Sarasota-Bradenton-Venice-North Port metro region?
Certain roads see far more serious crashes than others
When looking at overall crash statistics and fatal crash statistics in particular, some roads in the region stand out from the rest. The most dangerous roads in the area include:
- Fruitville Road
- Beneva Road
- South Tamiami Trail
- Bahia Vista Street
- North Washington Boulevard
- Sumter Boulevard, especially at the U.S. 41 intersection US-41, particularly at major intersections, including with SR-70
- SR 580
- Cortez Road
These roads are largely dangerous because of the behavior of motorists. Other roads, like Myakka Road, are dangerous due to structural issues. Local authorities have closed Myakka Road near Clay Gully Road due to culvert issues that make the street dangerous.
While drivers may occasionally need to travel on these known, unsafe thoroughfares, minimizing travel on particularly dangerous roads can be a smart strategy. So can increased focus on traffic statute compliance when traveling on those dangerous roads. If drivers make safety their top priority, they may be able to prevent a crash by proactively monitoring their surroundings.
If a car crash does occur, the affected parties may need assistance navigating the insurance claims process and holding others involved accountable via a lawsuit, if necessary. Being proactive about personal safety can reduce the risk of a wreck. Doing so can also improve someone’s chances of securing compensation if they get into a crash in the Sarasota-Bradenton-Venice-North Port metro area.
