Increasingly, people face serious threats simply walking through their communities, crossing streets, or commuting to work. Loose wires hanging dangerously over roads, broken or non-existent sidewalks, reckless driving, and widespread disregard for pedestrian safety have created a growing public safety crisis that deserves urgent national attention.

People are forced to navigate unsafe public spaces every day. During storms and heavy rains, these hazards become even more dangerous, exposing citizens to risks of electrocution, fires, and serious accidents.

Yet despite years of complaints and visible dangers, the issue continues to be treated as normal.