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Pedestrian Safety Summit Urged After Tragedy | Macon News
A nine-year-old girl was fatally struck while crossing Log Cabin Drive in Macon-Bibb County, marking the 15th pedestrian death this year — a grim reminder of road dangers, especially as visibility fades at dusk. In response, local officials are rallying for change: a Pedestrian Safety Summit is set for October 1st, just as October’s darker days and Halloween amplify risks. The county is reviewing the deadly stretch of road, exploring lighting and crosswalk upgrades, and seeking a consultant to revamp its Vision Zero plan. Meanwhile, Georgia’s statewide “Killed While Crossing” town hall — held…
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