Following are some of the hot spots, causes, and statistics for car accidents in Bradenton:
- U.S. 41(Tamiami Trail) and Cortez Road: This intersection has the highest rate of car accidents and is also regarded as the most dangerous in the area.
Types: Two types of collisions are most common here; rear-end collisions and left-turn accidents.
Causes: Distracted driving, sudden stops.
Statistics: In 2023, hundreds of accidents were reported by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). - Manatee Avenue and 75th Street: It has a storm of traffic, pedestrians, and tourists which makes it the most prone to traffic accidents in the area.
Types: Rear-end collisions, pedestrian accidents, left-turn accidents.
Causes: Distracted driving, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, bicycle traffic.
Statistics: In 2022, over a hundred accidents were reported by FLHSMV. - U.S. 41 and Bee Ridge Road: Sarasota’s High-Risk Intersection: It is famous for its high rate of traffic and flow of tourists, local drivers, commercial vehicles, etc.
Types: Turn-left accidents, T-bone collisions, rear-end collisions
Causes: Misjudged speeding or distance, multiple lanes, confusing driving signals, unfamiliarity.
Statistics: In 2022, hundreds of car accidents were reported by FLHSMV. - U.S. 41 and Bee Ridge Road: Sarasota’s High-Risk Intersection: It is famous for its congestion, complex traffic patterns, and confusing signals.
Types: Left-turn accidents, T-bone collisions, rear-end collisions.
Causes: Distracted driving, impatient driving, high traffic volume, confusing traffic signals, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, bicycle traffic.
Statistics: Numerous accidents were reported in 2022 by FLHSMV.