New Savannah speed limits are in effect, nearly 100 streets
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – New speed limits are in effect on nearly 100 streets throughout Savannah, and city leaders said it is for a good reason.
Since February, city crews have installed over 400 updated speed limit signs at more than 100 street segments. The changes were approved by city council last year, and the city has partnered with the Georgia Department of Transportation.
'Lowering speed limits is a part of the city's Vision Zero strategy,' Savannah Mayor Van Johnson said. 'Vision Zero, which we adopted in 2022, is our initiative aimed at eliminating all pedestrian traffic fatalities and severe injuries while increasing safe, healthy and equitable mobility.'
WSAV spoke with Savannah resident Marilyn Hartness, who enjoys her daily walks, and she said she appreciates the effort.
'I do think it will help everyone feel safer,' Hartness said. 'And I know that people who are driving their cars are trying to be very attentive to the different motions that are made on the side of the road by the pedestrian.'
Mayor Johnson told WSAV high speeds kill, and lower speeds save lives.
'According to data from the U.S. Department of Transportation, a vehicle, traveling at 42 miles per hour has a 50% chance of causing a fatality if a pedestrian is hit at 23 miles an hour,' Johnson said. 'The chance of an accident goes down to 10%. So, the data is there.'
Hartness said, 'I've always liked the nickname 'Slow Vanna. So, let's just see if this helps us all appreciate what we have around us. The beauty.'
The city said a 30-day grace period is in effect to give drivers time to adjust. After that, the Savannah Police Department will start issuing tickets.
A list of speed limit changes is below:
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