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San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge Installs Suicide Deterrent Nets After 87 Years • Hollywood Unlocked

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January 6, 2024
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After decades of advocacy and planning, the suicide prevention net at the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco has finally been completed. This significant milestone aims to reduce the number of tragic deaths associated with individuals jumping off the bridge. With approximately 2,000 suicides recorded since its opening in 1937, the installation of the net serves as a symbol of care, hope, and a second chance.

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For years, families who lost loved ones to suicide at the Golden Gate Bridge have called for a solution to prevent further tragedies. The suicide deterrent system, commonly called the net, has been installed around 95% of the 1.7-mile bridge. This stainless steel net, approved in 2014, faced delays and pushback from those concerned about its impact on the view and cost, as reported by the BBC.

The bridge’s official website said the net “will be a hard metal platform two stories below the sidewalk. Jumping into the Net will result in significant bruises, sprains, and possibly broken bones.” Additionally, research claims that similar nets have been installed in various locations around the wall and have been proven to prevent suicide.

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“A Harvard School of Public Health article reviewing numerous studies showed more broadly that “Nine out of ten people who attempt suicide and survive will not go on to die by suicide at a later date.”

Kevin Hines, one of the few individuals known to have survived a jump from the Golden Gate Bridge, has become a passionate advocate for suicide prevention. Hines, along with others who have experienced the devastating consequences of suicide, campaigned tirelessly for the installation of the net. He shared his personal experience, emphasizing that if the net had been in place when he attempted suicide, he would have received immediate help and avoided life-altering injuries.

The Golden Gate Bridge Highway and Transportation District has reported that the net has already had a positive impact, even during the construction phase. In 2023, while the net was still being installed, the number of confirmed suicides decreased to 14, more than halving the average number of suicides in previous years. This early success indicates the potential of the net to save lives and provide individuals with the support they need during moments of crisis.

The completion of the suicide prevention net at the Golden Gate Bridge represents a significant step forward in addressing the issue of suicide prevention. It serves as a beacon of hope for individuals in despair, offering them a chance to seek help and find support. 



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