National Distracted Driving Coalition (NDDC): Emergency Responder Struck-By Events – Scope, Cause, Impact, and Need for Action

This webinar will highlight key findings from the report on emergency responder struck-by incidents, focusing on the ongoing risks faced by firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMS personnel, tow operators, and roadway workers. The discussion will explore the causes and impacts of these incidents, gaps in prevention and data collection, and strategies and technologies that can improve roadside safety.

Featuring survivors of struck-by incidents, the webinar will also bring firsthand perspectives on the human impact of these events and the importance of strengthening protections for responders working along the roadway. The conversation will connect research, lived experience, and practical recommendations to support safer emergency response operations.