Multiple Cities Install Speed Humps to Enhance Road Safety

Several cities are implementing or considering the installation of speed humps and speed tables as traffic calming measures to improve road safety and reduce speeding. Staten Island's Department of Transportation recently installed three new speed humps on Forest Hill Road, which residents have welcomed as an effective way to lower vehicle speeds and enhance safety. Similarly, Hull City Council plans to install three speed tables on Selby Street and three speed humps on Glasgow Street, aiming to support a new 20 mph speed limit and create a safer environment for pedestrians and cyclists. In contrast, a speed hump in Nottingham covering only one lane has been criticized by residents for its ineffectiveness, as drivers often swerve around it, potentially creating new hazards. Meanwhile, Cape Breton Regional Municipality is exploring the possibility of introducing speed humps or bumps in residential areas, using speed-radar signs to monitor impact, though provincial regulations may pose challenges for installation on certain roads. Overall, these measures reflect a broader trend toward enhancing neighborhood safety and encouraging slower, more cautious driving.