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  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Traffic Safety

Background:

  • Road traffic crashes (RTCs) pose a significant public health challenge in Pakistan.
  • Emergency medical services play a critical role in managing RTC outcomes.
  • Understanding temporal and demographic trends in RTCs is essential for targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the trends and characteristics of RTCs managed by Rescue 1122 in Punjab, Pakistan, during 2011.
  • To analyze monthly variations in RTCs, with a specific focus on the Ramadan period.
  • To identify key contributing factors and victim demographics associated with RTCs.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of RTC data collected by Rescue 1122 across 35 districts in Punjab.
  • Comparison of RTC frequencies during August 2011 (Ramadan) with the preceding months of the year.
  • Analysis of victim age groups, crash causes (e.g., speeding), and occurrence during peak hours.

Main Results:

  • Rescue 1122 responded to 12,969 RTC emergencies in August 2011, exceeding the monthly average of 11,573 RTCs.
  • Younger individuals (11-27 years) constituted 29% of RTC victims.
  • Speeding was a factor in 39% of crashes, and 43% occurred during peak rush hours (14:00-18:00) before iftar.

Conclusions:

  • RTCs managed by Rescue 1122 showed a notable increase during Ramadan in Punjab.
  • Young age, speeding, and peak hour crashes are significant concerns requiring focused road safety strategies.
  • Continued efforts in public awareness, political commitment, and strict law enforcement are vital to mitigate RTC trends.