With 370,000 deaths on U.S. roadways each year & the wait time for emergency services 2x long in rural areas compared to urban areas, some parts of the U.S. are much safer than others when it comes to public safety. I’m stoked to let you know that South Dakota‘s been ranked the #1 best state in the U.S. regarding public safety & infrastructure.
That’s according to health & safety experts ProTrainings‘ latest report on public safety & infrastructure. This report analyzes data from the Census Bureau, USDOT, FEMA, the EPA, and more to understand and rank the best & worst states in the country for public safety & infrastructure.
Some key takeaways:
- S.D.’s average commute time for emergency healthcare is 17.4 minutes.
- The U.S. fire death rate has increased by 18% over the last decade.
- Less than 20% of S.D.’s bridges are in poor condition.
- S.D. ranks 2nd in the nation for emergency health care.
You can view the complete report & findings here https://www.protrainings.com/blog/the-best-worst-states-for-public-safety-infrastructure/
The challenges facing the U.S. in improving highways, bridges, transportation, and communication infrastructures are massive. We’re talking trillions of dollars. It’s important to know which places are better and worse for your safety and well-being.
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