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Tag: Oregon Pedestrian Fatalities

  Alarming Rise in Pedestrian Injuries and Fatalities in Oregon

Oregon pedestrian fatalities from drivers are a serious public health issue. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2020, there were 6,378 pedestrian fatalities in the United States, a 5% increase from 2019. These statistics represent the highest pedestrian fatalities in the last 30 years.