How HAWK beacons save pedestrians lives
Phoenix is installing more HAWK crossings to improve pedestrian safety in busy areas.
and last updated 2021-07-09 22:27:06-04
PHOENIX â Phoenix has been one of the worst cities in the nation for car-pedestrian accidents, but the fatality numbers are dropping as the city adds signaled crosswalks called HAWKs.
The HAWK beacon on 35th Avenue, just north of Indian School Road, brings traffic to a halt. A red light flashes as pedestrians safely cross mid-block to transfer buses or run to the convenience store.
The City Of Phoenix has installed 66 HAWK lights like this in recent years.