Severe traffic crashes climb in Washington County; survey seeks public opinion on issues - KSL.com

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ST. GEORGE — If driving in Washington County feels even more white-knuckled than before, it is. There's been an increase in severe traffic crashes and fatalities over the past five years countywide.

A community survey to help reduce traffic fatalities and severe injuries has launched and local leaders are asking for input. The online survey is for residents to share their concerns and experiences with the transportation system in Washington County and is open through Nov. 30.

Nicholas C. Gayer, transportation planner with the Dixie Metropolitan Planning Organization, told St. George News that there's been a shift over the past five years in traffic trends leading to more severe crashes.

In response to this increase, the Council of Governments approved the goal of reducing fatalities and severe injury crashes with a safety-action plan and survey.

Read the full article at St. George News.