Oakland's Most Dangerous Intersections For Pedestrians
Posted on May 29, 2011 11:06pm PDT
Pedestrian accidents can have grave consequences for the a pedestrian hit by a car. Oakland is particularly dangerous for pedestrians. On average, there are between 200-350 pedestrian accidents in Oakland every year. Here are the most dangerous intersections [this data comes from the
Oakland "Pedestrian Master Plan."
- International Boulevard / 64th Avenue
- Fruitvale / Foothill Boulevard
- 38th Avenue / MacArthur Boulevard
- 7th Street / Franklin Street
- International Boulevard / 90th Avenue
- 14th Street / Madison Street
- Fruitvale Avenue / MacArthur Boulevard
- International Boulevard / 35th Avenue
- 40th Street / Telegraph Avenue
- 77th Avenue / Bancroft Avenue
- D Street / 98th Avenue
If you are a pedestrian or a biker in Oakland, be careful when you are out. Make sure the drivers see you - make eye contact with them and do not assume that just because they are supposed to stop, they actually will stop for you.
Pete Clancy is an Oakland personal injury lawyer. He can be reached by phone (925-835-7500) or by email.