NC work zone crash dangers hit alarming level in new survey, state officials warn [Video]

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — New survey results show a disturbing trend when it comes to the safety of drivers and workers on North Carolina roadways.

On Thursday, construction leaders and state officials gathered at an NCDOT site in Raleigh to discuss the survey, which found 84% of construction firms working on North Carolina highway upgrades have experienced vehicle crashes into work sites in the past year. The survey was conducted by the Associated General Contractors of America and Heavy Construction Systems Specialists.

Respondents to the survey included more than 700 contractors. They were also asked if they had ever seen any crashes which involved injuries to a driver or work crew member. Nearly three-quarters of contractors in the state—73%—said they did.

Additionally, 24% said those crashes in North Carolina included construction worker deaths and 29% said they included driver or passenger deaths.

One who spoke at Thursday’s event recounted a loss experienced by his team.

“She was a mother, …