TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - Pima County Sheriff's deputies are closely monitoring traffic on Catalina Highway.

Sheriff Chris Nanos shared some promising news regarding road safety.

"The number of deadly crashes here is down compared to recent years," Nanos said. With the Thanksgiving weekend approaching and the first snow on the horizon, Nanos emphasized the need for increased vigilance.

Diana Ibarra, a frequent traveler on Catalina Highway with her family, commented on the driving conditions.

"I still see a lot of people being irresponsible - driving fast," Ibarra said.

While she acknowledges improvements, Ibarra believes there's still room for progress.

"I have seen a whole bunch of people not watching for the curves and pedestrians," Ibarra said.

Nanos reported a significant decrease

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