A Ray of Hope: Decline in U.S. Traffic Deaths
The U.S. has reported a significant 8.2% decrease in traffic deaths in the first half of the year, marking the lowest numbers since 2020. Safety improvements have contributed to reducing fatalities from vehicle crashes, reflecting the lowest fatality rate since 2014.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 17-09-2025 00:21 IST | Created: 17-09-2025 00:21 IST
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In a promising development, U.S. traffic fatalities have decreased by 8.2% in the first half of the year, according to officials.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that vehicle crashes resulted in 17,140 deaths through June 30, a decline from 18,680 in the same period in 2024.
During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, road deaths surged and remained high for several years. This year's decline marks the lowest fatality rate in six months since 2014.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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