Staying Safe While Walking
Sadly, walking near a road can mean a risk of serious injury or death. There is a high rate of pedestrian-vehicle collisions because of both driver inattention and unsafe pedestrian behaviors. Whenever visibility is low, such as at night or during bad weather, there is an even higher risk. If you walk for exercise or to get around, there are ways to stay safer, including:- Avoid walking at night, at dawn, or dusk, due to low visibility.
- Walking in heavy rains or dust storms can be risky.
- Walk on the sidewalk where available.
- If there is no sidewalk, stay off the pavement and as far from the road as you can.
- Always check for cars at intersections and driveways before you try to cross.
- Wear brightly-colored or reflective clothing, particularly at night.
- Walk facing traffic, particularly if you aren’t on a sidewalk.
- Walk single file if you aren’t separated from traffic by a sidewalk or a wide pedestrian lane.
- Watch out for other pedestrians, cyclists, and runners.
- Always obey signs and signals.
- Only cross at marked crosswalks or intersections.
- Make eye contact and get acknowledgment from drivers before you cross at intersections without a signal.
- Don’t walk near roads while intoxicated, since it can impair your reactions and judgment.
- Stay off your phone and make sure you don’t drown out your surroundings with music or videos.
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Source: KXAN