Portland experienced a decrease in traffic fatalities in 2024, with 58 lives lost, a welcome reduction from the record high of 69 deaths in 2023. While it’s reassuring to see the numbers drop, each loss represents a family, a community, and a reminder of the ongoing need for vigilance on the road. Fatal Accidents Breakdown:...
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Walla Walla blends a thriving wine scene with busy streets traveled by residents and visitors alike. However, like any city, traffic accidents remain a concern. Recorded crash statistics for 2024: Suspected Serious Injury: 13 Suspected Minor Injury: 37 Possible Injury: 50 No Apparent Injury: 312 Total Crashes: 412 High-Risk Areas for Traffic Incidents in Walla...
In 2021, there were a total of 2,726 crashes on state highways in Portland. Among these, 28 were fatal, 1,495 resulted in injuries, and 1,203 involved property damage. A significant portion of these accidents—150—were collisions with fixed objects, 46 involved pedestrians, and 18 were with parked cars. When it comes to multiple vehicle crashes, the...
A rather unusual fact about Oregon’s roads is that, in recent years, the majority of fatalities have occurred in its rural areas, rather than in the more typical urban zones. Normally, in any state or city, incidents are primarily concentrated in urbanized, commercial areas and on four or six-lane highways. However, today we will take...
Eugene, the second-most populous city in Oregon and the county seat of Lane County, has an estimated population of about 180,000. It is a key part of the Eugene-Springfield metropolitan statistical area, which is the second largest in the state after Portland. Eugene identifies strongly as “Track Town USA” due to its robust running programs...