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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.
🌙🚶♀️ Out walking after dark? Here’s a couple things to remember:
Even though drivers are responsible for staying alert, low-light conditions make it harder for them to spot pedestrians. Here are a few quick ways to keep yourself safer:
✨ Wear bright or reflective clothing to boost visibility.
🚫 Don’t dart into traffic — make sure cars have time to react.
🚶♂️ Use sidewalks when available, or walk facing traffic and stay as far from the roadway as possible.
👀 Stay aware of your surroundings
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During this time of year, when daylight is in short supply, Winnie and Wally have a safety message to share: High-visibility clothing is a must for pedestrians – including parents and children – because it gets darker earlier. Keep the holidays merry and bright!
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Snowy weather is on the way! Remember after a snow storm to clear the snow off your roof, lights, and windows before driving. It boosts visibility and keeps everyone safer on the road. Let's watch out for each other this season.
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Your choices affect more than you. Don’t let holiday celebrations lead to preventable tragedies for trauma teams and families.
Plan ahead — get a sober ride and keep everyone safe, including other drivers and pedestrians. Let’s make the holidays joyful, not tragic.
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Be Kind and have a safe and happy holiday!
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Thank you for being kind! Download your photo here. VIEW IMAGES Celebrating 10 Years of Yeti! 2024: Kindness comes in colors. 2023:🚦🚶♂️ More Than Just Speed Bumps: What Is a “Concurrent Crossing”?
Connecticut has historically used exclusive pedestrian signals, where all cars stop and pedestrians walk only after waiting through the whole light cycle. Sounds safe — but the long wait often leads people to cross during green lights instead.
Enter: Concurrent Crossing ✔️: This newer setup lets pedestrians cross at the same time that parallel traffic has a green light. That means:
✨ Shorter wait times for pedestrians
✨ More people using the walk signal correctly
✨ Safer crossings overall
Some intersections also use a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) — giving pedestrians a few seconds to start crossing before cars get a green because a pedestrian already in the crosswalk is easier for drivers to see.
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🌙🚶♀️ The majority of pedestrian deaths happen when it’s dark.
As we head into the darkest months of the year, it’s more important than ever to watch for people walking and biking — especially during the evening commute.
👀 Drivers: stay alert after dark.
Shorter days mean more people are out when it’s hardest to see them. Here are a few nighttime safety reminders:
🔸 Look for pedestrians at midblock crosswalks — many crashes happen outside intersections.
🔸 Never pass a stopped car at a crosswalk. They may be waiting for someone to cross.
🔸 Check for pedestrians before turning, especially if your town uses concurrent pedestrian signals (where people walk at the same time your lane has a green light).
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In 2024, there were 1,655 crashes involving pedestrians or bicyclists Connecticut. Each of these crashes was preventable. Do your part to share the road. Stay alert in pedestrian-heavy areas and near bike lanes to prevent any more needless tragedies.
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Anna Stern of Watch for Me CT recently spoke at the CT Law Enforcement Traffic Safety Summit, held at Rentschler Field in East Hartford. She discussed the importance of e-bike safety and associated laws, which has become an increasingly popular topic as they continue to gain popularity.
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