Analysis of red-light running behaviour at isolated signalized intersections in urban areas

Red light running (RLR) is among the most dangerous riding behaviors at mixed traffic intersections and one of the most serious safety issues. RLR accidents at signalized intersections can result in serious injuries or deaths. The major goal of this study is to examine if drivers choose to run a red...

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Main Authors: Jassim, Bushra F., Mohammed, Hameed A., Almuhanna, Raid R. A.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Traffic intersections
Traffic safety
Urban areas
Violations
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Summary:Red light running (RLR) is among the most dangerous riding behaviors at mixed traffic intersections and one of the most serious safety issues. RLR accidents at signalized intersections can result in serious injuries or deaths. The major goal of this study is to examine if drivers choose to run a red light or not at signalized intersections in urban areas when a red light is presented. Data were collected by installing cameras placed at the Al-Hussein and the Al-Zahra intersections for five workdays in Karbala city, Iraq. According to the results of the current study, there was a high percentage of RLR violations that occurred in both signalized intersections. During the hours of 8-9 a.m, the Al-Zahra intersection had the highest percentage of RLR violations (67.60%), while the Al-Hussein intersection had 45.46%. Based on these findings, both signalized intersections had a major safety problem. The results of this study will help Karbala city’s traffic planners and decision-makers make the best decisions feasible when dealing with RLR violations, while also assuring performance efficiency and safety at signalized intersections.
ISSN:0094-243X
1551-7616
DOI:10.1063/5.0191731