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CRASHES, SERIOUS INJURIES AND FATALITIES INVOLVING PEDESTRIANS AND BICYCLISTS ON CONNECTICUT ROADWAYS IN 2024.
SAFETY TIPS
For Pedestrians
Watch for cars backing up in parking lots and driveways.
For Drivers
You may cross the center line to pass a cyclist if it’s safe.
For Bicyclists
Always ride on the right in the direction of traffic.
LAWS
For Pedestrians
State law requires pedestrians walking along the road to use sidewalks when available.
For Drivers
Pedestrians have the right of way in marked and unmarked crosswalks, meaning cars must yield for pedestrians, wherever they are in the crosswalk
For Bicyclists
Bicyclists can ride on sidewalks and in crosswalks but when doing so have the same responsibilities and rights as pedestrians.
Can you ride your e-bike on a bike trail? The answer depends on the type of e-bike:
🟠Class 1 e-bikes are allowed on trails (surfaced and natural).
🟠Class 2 e-bikes may be ridden on surfaced trails only, unless permitted by local ordinance.
🟠Class 3 e-bikes are prohibited on trails.
All other regulations are determined on a town-by-town basis. Municipalities also have the authority to regulate whether bicycles and
e-bikes can be used on sidewalks through local ordinances. Please check your local laws for more information.
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Thank you Kathryn Hauser and WTNH News 8 for helping parents get the information they need to keep their kids safe on an e-bike!
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Riding responsibly: Everything parents should know about e-bikes
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E-bikes are exploding in popularity as a fun way to get around, especially among kids and teens. But there’s a troubling trend happening in Connecticut. The number of e-bike injuries has incr…... See MoreSee Less
Children aren't born understanding the rules of the road! As you walk your neighborhood, explain to your child, even toddlers in strollers, why we stop at crosswalks, what a stop sign means and how looking both ways keeps us safe.
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The rise in popularity of e-bikes and mopeds means there are more of them on the roads. Drivers, please watch out for everyone on the road, especially now that it gets darker earlier.
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Crashes and fatalities involving mopeds are rising in CT. Hundreds to date left five people dead.
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A recent spate of moped crashes in Connecticut has left two people dead, including a 16-year-old girl, several others injured.👏👏👏👏👏👏
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CT Awards $12M To Improve Sidewalks, Trails And Bike Routes In 17 Towns
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Grants will help towns strengthen transportation networks and create more pedestrian-friendly community centers.The World Day of Remembrance honored the millions of people killed and injured on roads each year. Here in Connecticut, we came together to remember the 248 people who were killed on our roads since last November, as well as the thousands who were injured. Thank you to the speakers who bravely shared their stories and to everyone who attended for offering their love, support and solidarity.
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🚨 It’s Crash Responder Safety Week 🚨
Every day, first responders risk their lives to help crash victims. This includes many people walking and biking on Connecticut roads.
Let’s protect those who protect us. When you see an emergency vehicle assisting someone up ahead:
✅ Slow down
✅ Move over
✅ Stay alert
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