The U.S. is seeing an alarming rise in electric scooter injuries — particularly among children, according to data compiled by ERideHero, a consumer guide to electric micro-mobility.
Why it matters: E-scooters have become mainstream in many cities — including in Tampa Bay.
- While they offer a clean, convenient way to travel, they also come with increased risks.
By the numbers: E-scooter injuries in the U.S. rose by 80% to nearly 116,000 in 2024, according to ERideHero’s 2025 Electric Scooter Accident Report.
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- Accidents among children more than doubled, with nearly 18,000 kids under 15 getting hurt — many suffering head trauma.
- 68%…