1993 Pennsylvania Crash Facts and Statistics

NHTSA · 1993 · ROSA P / Pennsylvania. Dept. of Transportation

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Summary

The 1993 Pennsylvania Crash Facts and Statistics report, published by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, provides a comprehensive statistical review of reportable motor vehicle traffic crashes in the Commonwealth for the calendar year 1993. The data is compiled from traffic crash reports submitted by state, county, municipal, and other law enforcement agencies as mandated by the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code. The report aims to document the scope, severity, and characteristics of traffic incidents to inform highway safety efforts. The study analyzes 134,315 reportable crashes involving 344,442 persons and 225,759 vehicles. These incidents resulted in 1,530 fatalities and 131,503 injuries. The estimated economic cost to society was approximately $4.333 billion, equating to $359.68 per resident. The report utilizes historical data from 1928 to 1993 to identify trends, alongside specific breakdowns by county, vehicle type, driver demographics, and environmental conditions. Key metrics include fatality rates per 100 million vehicle miles, which reached a record low of 1.68 in 1993. Key findings indicate that 62.7% of drivers in all crashes and 76.7% of drivers in fatal crashes were male. While 62.0% of all crashes occurred in daylight, 53.3% of fatal crashes occurred during dark hours. Weekends accounted for 50.4% of fatal crashes, with Friday and Saturday being the highest-risk days. Alcohol involvement was present in 9.8% of all crashes but 39.0% of fatal crashes. Passenger cars accounted for the majority of fatalities (58.95%), followed by light trucks (18.01%) and pedestrians (13.99%). The report also highlights seat belt usage statistics and notes that 74.4% of all crashes occurred under no adverse weather conditions. The significance of this report lies in its detailed documentation of traffic safety trends, providing a baseline for evaluating highway safety programs. The record-low fatality rate suggests improvements in safety measures or driving behaviors over time. The data underscores the disproportionate impact of alcohol on fatal crashes and the higher risk associated with nighttime and weekend driving. By breaking down statistics by county and vehicle type, the report allows for targeted interventions in high-risk areas and among specific demographic groups, such as young drivers and motorcycle operators.

Key finding

Pennsylvania recorded 134,315 reportable traffic crashes in 1993, resulting in 1,530 fatalities and an estimated economic cost of $4.333 billion.

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Sample size: 134315

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• incidence prevalence
• fatality injury trends
• demographic disparities
• comparative international

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• Empirical Findings: crash risk outcomes