Durham Region has announced that a study found that the region has, on average, some 190 collisions a year at intersections with traffic signals.
“The region’s collision records database shows 571 collisions over a three-year period (2020, 2021 and 2022) at signalized intersections where the cause was specifically attributed to a driver disobeying traffic control signals,” said a municipal statement.
It said red light cameras have been installed at select locations throughout Durham to reduce T-bone collisions at intersections on Durham Regional roads.
“Red light running has the potential to cause serious injury or death for both the offending driver and innocent victims… Durham Region is one of many municipalities across Ontario using red light cameras to create safer roads,” it said.
This initiative is in support of Durham Vision Zero, a long-term plan with the ultimate goal of eliminating all roadway deaths and serious injuries.
For more information on red light cameras in Durham Region, visit durham.ca/RedLightCameras.
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