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Despite the overall downward trend in road traffic accidents, recent data has revealed a concerning increase in fatal accidents due to run-offs during the summer of 2025. According to the latest report from the General Directorate of Traffic, this type of accident remains the deadliest, accounting for 43% of road fatalities, with a total of 99 deaths recorded between July and August.
Although there is a 7% decrease in the total number of fatal accidents compared to the summer of 2024, the number of victims from run-offs has increased, with three additional fatalities during this period compared to the previous year. This issue particularly affects conventional roads, where the majority of accidents occur, but it is also present on highways, where run-offs account for more than 50% of deaths, reaching 53%.
The persistently high number of run-offs highlights the urgent need to invest in infrastructure that ensures safety. A recent case underscoring this demand is the overturning of a bus on the C-32 in Barcelona, which evidenced the lack of necessary containment systems. Roberto Impero, CEO of SMA Road Safety, warns that the absence of these infrastructures not only compromises driver safety but also generates significant social and economic costs. Impero has stated that the installation of protective barriers and containment systems could significantly contribute to reducing accidents and improving road safety.
Regarding the total for this summer period, the figures reflect a mixed outcome. During July and August, there were 207 fatal accidents and 228 deaths, indicating a slight downward trend compared to 2024. However, compared to 2019, there has been a 5% increase in fatal accidents and a 6% increase in deaths. This highlights the need to continue reinforcing road safety through awareness measures for drivers and updating infrastructure in the most dangerous areas.
Referrer: MiMub in Spanish