High-traffic boulevard raises concerns in three South Bay cities
Briefly

Stevens Creek Boulevard spans three cities in South Bay and is known for increasing speeding and dangerous conditions. Two fatal crashes occurred in nine months, alarming residents. Many express concerns about speeding cars and narrow spaces. Catalina Barrios almost got hit while exiting her car, stating, 'That street is dangerous.' Maria Barahona reported seeing a car lose control and hit parked cars. The boulevard serves as a corridor for health, education, and shopping, but its growth raises safety issues for pedestrians and cyclists, with advocates calling for more crosswalks.
Residents along Stevens Creek Boulevard express increasing concern over speeding vehicles and dangerous conditions that have led to two fatal crashes in nine months. Catalina Barrios, a resident, mentioned, 'That street is dangerous' after nearly being hit while getting out of her car. Maria Barahona vividly described a loss of control incident where a car mounted the sidewalk and crashed into parked cars. This corridor, crucial for health and commerce, is recognized as problematic for pedestrians and cyclists, prompting calls for improved safety measures and infrastructure.
Leslie Garcia, a 25-year-old resident and frequent walker, emphasized the need for more crosswalks along Stevens Creek Boulevard. She pointed out that the lengthy distances between intersections create a tempting situation for pedestrians to cross where it is unsafe.
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