Where, Why and How Can We Prevent Wrong-Way Crashes? - Shahad Ibrahim

Year
2025
Organisation
University of Central Florida
Tags
wrong-way crashes
traffic safety
roadway design
GIS analysis
statistical modeling
Vision Zero
transportation engineering
road safety policy
impaired driving
highway safety
crash prevention
urban infrastructure
median design
traffic fatalities
South Florida transportation
UCF
Summary

This dissertation investigates wrong-way crashes, which are 27 times more deadly than other crash types. Using GIS and statistical modeling in South Florida, the study identifies roadway design, traffic conditions, and impaired driving as key risk factors. Findings highlight lighting, wider medians, and early police intervention as life-saving prevention strategies.