Car Harms: The Physical and Mental Health Effects of Noise and the Lessening of Social Values

Published by StreetsBlog NYC

In a posthumously published op-ed for Streetsblog New York City's "Car Harms" series, the late Dr. Arline Bronzaft, a member of Quiet Communities' scientific advisory council, argues that car and truck traffic is the primary source of urban noise pollution and a serious threat to public health. She calls for stronger enforcement of New York City's noise code and highlights recent progress including noise cameras and congestion pricing, while urging the city to do more to hold selfish drivers accountable for the harm their noise imposes on others. Read the full article here.