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CRASHES, SERIOUS INJURIES AND FATALITIES INVOLVING PEDESTRIANS AND BICYCLISTS ON CONNECTICUT ROADWAYS IN 2025.
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.
CTDOT is developing a new Statewide Active Transportation Plan to make it safer and easier to move across Connecticut.
This plan will serve as the guide for future improvements to sidewalks, bike lanes, and multi-use trails – where the type of transportation is YOU powered. 🏃🚴🧑🦽
Join us for a virtual public meeting to learn more and give your feedback:
📅📅 Tuesday, May 19 at 12PM
📅📅 Wednesday, May 20 at 6PM
Your input will help shape how Connecticut moves for years to come.
Register at: portal.ct.gov/dot/projects/active-transportation-plan ... See MoreSee Less
Tomorrow, May 15, is Bike to Work Day — a great chance to choose a healthy, sustainable way to get where you need to go. As more cyclists take to Connecticut’s roads, drivers can help keep everyone safe by slowing down, staying alert, and giving riders plenty of space. Whether you’re biking or driving, we all play a role in making the commute safer. #WatchForMeCT #BicyclistSafety ... See MoreSee Less
We had a great morning at Bike to Work Day in Hartford despite the rain! Big props to everyone who biked in and all the supporters who came out for them. Thank you to Bike Walk Connecticut for sponsoring the event! ... See MoreSee Less
🪖 Helmet Reminder
Helmet laws vary depending on what you ride:
🚲 Bicycles, e-scooters, skateboards, roller skates, and other items that roll: Riders under 18 must wear a helmet
⚡ E-bikes: All riders must wear a helmet, regardless of age
🏍️ Motorcycles: Riders under 21 must wear a helmet
Even when it’s not required by law, wearing a helmet is one of the best ways to protect against serious head injuries. And remember—after a serious crash, replace your helmet, as the foam inside may be damaged even if it’s not visible.
#HelmetSafety #RideSmart #ProtectYourHead #WatchForMeCT ... See MoreSee Less
👏👏👏 Bristol! 👏👏👏
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A SAFER CITY: Grant will go toward improving pedestrian routes for students, adults
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BRISTOL — The Connecticut Department of Transportation met with city and state leaders to discuss their Community Connectivity Grant Program and present a grant for the city.CTDOT is developing a new Statewide Active Transportation Plan to make it safer and easier to move across Connecticut.
This plan will serve as the guide for future improvements to sidewalks, bike lanes, and multi-use trails – where the type of transportation is YOU powered. 🏃🚴🧑🦽
Join us for a virtual public meeting to learn more and give your feedback:
📅📅 Tuesday, May 19 at 12PM
📅📅 Wednesday, May 20 at 6PM
Your input will help shape how Connecticut moves for years to come.
Register at: portal.ct.gov/dot/projects/active-transportation-plan ... See MoreSee Less
Wally wants to remind everyone that children under age 10 should never be near the roadway without an adult. Because young children are still developing the skills needed to judge speed, distance, and traffic patterns, they face a much higher risk near moving vehicles. Supervising children near roads, driveways, and crosswalks is one of the most important ways to keep them safe. #WatchForMeCT #PedestrianSafety #winnieandwally ... See MoreSee Less
This Mother’s Day, we’re recognizing the important role moms and caregivers play in teaching children lifelong roadway safety habits. From showing kids how to use crosswalks and look both ways to modeling safe behavior around traffic, these everyday lessons help build safer communities for everyone. Thank you to all the mothers helping raise the next generation of safe, confident road users. #WatchForMeCT #PedestrianSafety ... See MoreSee Less
May is Global Youth Traffic Safety Month, a time to focus on helping young people build safe habits around roads, crosswalks, sidewalks, and bike routes. Teaching children and teens how to stay alert, follow traffic signals, and make safe choices as pedestrians and cyclists can help prevent crashes before they happen. Together, families and communities can help create safer streets for the next generation.
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