S.C. Works To Reduce Fatalities By Fixing Dangerous Rural Roads

The video discusses the high rate of traffic fatalities on rural roads in South Carolina, which leads the nation in such incidents. It highlights the personal story of Mary Duffy, whose husband died in a road accident, and outlines the state's efforts to improve road safety through targeted programs funded by gas taxes. The South Carolina Department of Transportation is focusing on engineering solutions like guardrails and rumble strips to reduce accidents. The video concludes with a hopeful outlook on the effectiveness of these measures, though it acknowledges that only time will tell if they succeed.

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