Traffic Safety Reminders Summer vacation time is here! People will be out walking and riding bikes more frequently and children will be out enjoying their time off from school. Drivers should be more attentive and watch for pedestrians and cyclists, especially children.
Walk Wisely - Safety Tips for Pedestrians
Use sidewalks whenever available.
Obey traffic signals.
Cross at corners when possible.
Stop at the edge of a parked car before walking out into traffic.
Look left-right-left before crossing a street. If you must walk along the roadway, walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible.
If you must walk at night or early in the morning, wear reflective clothing and carry a flashlight. Most pedestrian deaths occur between 6:00 p.m. and midnight.
Be a Safe Cyclist
Protect Your Head – always wear a helmet.
Ride single file in a straight line when riding on the road.
See and be seen. Wear clothes that make you more visible.
Always obey traffic signs and signals.
Ride with traffic.
If you ride at night, wear reflective clothing and equip your bike with lights.
Stay alert, avoid road hazards. Watch for potholes, crack, drainage grates, or other obstacles.
Check your bike. Make sure your brake work and the tires are properly inflated.
Have a safe summer!
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