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SFMTA report shows severe injury collisions up 8% on city streets in 2026
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Luz Pena , as published by ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC)
· August 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information on this issue can be found through ABC7 News, which provides more details on the SFMTA report and resident reactions, including comments from San Francisco resident Martin Galaz.
A recent report from the SFMTA indicates an increase in severe injury collisions on city streets. The data shows an 8% rise in such incidents in 2026. Residents of San Francisco have expressed concerns about the safety of the city's streets, particularly for pedestrians and cyclists.
Further information on this issue can be found through ABC7 News, which provides more details on the SFMTA report and resident reactions, including comments from San Francisco resident Martin Galaz.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 4, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) ·
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