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The city has seen a significant increase in fatal crashes this year, with 46 recorded incidents, marking a more than 40% increase from last year. This has prompted local cyclists to call for improved safety measures on the streets.Cyclists gathered Wednesday night in Ohio City, lining the streets to advocate for increased safety features, such as plastic bollards and separated bike lanes, which provide crucial protection from drivers.
These bollards provide a barrier between cyclists and motorists, offering a sense of safety that riders like Sam Bell, who bikes thousands of miles a year, find essential.“I feel very comfortable in certain conditions,” Bell said. “And there are other conditions on our streets where I'm very uncomfortable. Protected bike lanes are a huge help.”In 2023 alone, 550 people were struck while biking or walking in Cleveland, with 10 fatalities reported this year.
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