Norfolk is considered one of the most dangerous cities when it comes to rush hour traffic!
A new research study conducted by The Barber Law Firm analyzed National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data on fatal crashes and found the most dangerous cities to be traveling in at peak times.
The study looked at data from fatal crashes between 2018 and 2022. More specifically looking at crashes that happened during the hours of 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Norfolk came in eighth in the study, with 32 fatal crashes reported during rush hour over the five-year span. The deadly crashes that happened during rush hour traffic accounted for 28.32% of the 113 fatal traffic accidents in the city from 2018 to 2022.
Virginia Beach also made the Top 50 of the most dangerous rush hour rankings, coming in at 40th.
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