Crime & Safety
Crashes in Herndon: New Map Shows the City is Safe From Teen Drivers (Mostly)
A new crash map released by Fairfax County shows that Herndon roads have been pretty safe in 2016, at least when it comes to young drivers.
HERNDON, VA — An eye-opening new map from Fairfax County showing where crashes involving young drivers occur indicates that Herndon is a pretty safe place to drive.
Only one crash in 2016 appears to have happened within Herndon town limits, although nearby Reston has plenty of accidents, especially on Wiehle Avenue and other roads near Dulles Toll Road.
Overall, 1,840 young drivers were involved in crashes in Fairfax County last year. Fortunately, in 97 percent of cases, teen drivers were wearing seat belts, and in only 2 percent of cases was alcohol involved. Also, the total number of 17- and 18-year-old drivers involved in crashes has declined by almost 100 occurrences compared to 2015, according to the county.
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Two drivers were killed, and 17 percent were injured. In both fatal cases, the driver was speeding.
No Herndon or Reston roads made Fairfax County's "Top 10 Most Dangerous Roadways for Youth Drivers" list.
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For more information and the full map, visit Fairfax County's website.
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