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Traffic accidents in Burgenland: 15 deaths by December – a frightening trend!
On December 21, 2024, the VCÖ reports on a decrease in traffic deaths in Burgenland and the importance of traffic safety measures.
Traffic accidents in Burgenland: 15 deaths by December – a frightening trend!
There have been 13 fatal traffic accidents in Burgenland since the beginning of the year, a decrease of six compared to the previous year. This negative trend is not only a relief, but also highlights the serious issue of road safety in the region. There were no such accidents in the first five months of the year, raising hopes of a record number before the number of cases rose again, as the VCÖ also reported.
The victims include seven car occupants, four motorcyclists and one person who was traveling on foot or by bicycle. The mobility organization VCÖ sees an urgent need for action. "Traffic accidents suddenly take people out of their lives. Accidental death is particularly bad for relatives," explains specialist Katharina Jaschinsky. In order to prevent such tragedies, the VCÖ is calling for increased safety measures on the roads, in particular reducing speeds and improving public transport.
Safety at the forefront
The number of road deaths in Burgenland is the second lowest in a federal state comparison, but the total number of accident victims remains worrying. The most common causes of serious accidents are distraction and excessive speed. Jaschinsky explains that talking on the phone while behind the wheel and driving with a blood alcohol content of 0.8 per mille significantly increase the risk of accidents. Structurally separated cycle paths and improved transport options through buses and trains can also help to increase safety and save many lives MyDistrict.at reported.
Overall, it is clear that the problems in road safety should not be neglected. The VCÖ highlights that 711 people in Burgenland have died in traffic accidents over the last 25 years. Conscious traffic monitoring, a stricter speed limit and increasing driver awareness could make a decisive contribution to reducing accidents and thus the number of unnecessary tragedies, reports ORF Burgenland.