It’s officially Pedestrian Safety Month. 🚶🏼♀️ Now is the perfect time for a friendly reminder to watch for adults, children, and seniors walking or crossing the street.
Let’s make sure everyone gets to their destinations safely!
October is Pedestrian Safety Month. Whether you're behind the wheel or on foot, let's look out for one another. As the days get shorter and it gets darker earlier, visibility becomes more challenging.
🚙 Drivers: Slow down and scan the road as you drive. Stay alert for people crossing the street.
🚶 Pedestrians: Remember that as it gets darker, it becomes harder to see you. If you must walk or run on the road, use lights and reflectors.
Remember this safe-driving checklist for the next errand you run or roadtrip you take:
✅ Put away all distractions and keep your eyes on the road ✅ When driving through school or work zones, stay alert and cautious ✅ Yield to pedestrians, it's the law
The national "A Week Without Driving" campaign aims to bring awareness to the barriers and challenges that non-drivers face. Here's how you take the Week Without Driving challenge:
You can get around however you want, but the challenge is not to drive yourself in any car. This applies to all your activities — not just your work commute. If you normally transport other family members or friends, it applies to those trips, too.
Take the challenge and help advocate for accessibility in your community!
New rules regarding e-bikes go into effect in Connecticut on October 1, 2025. The law clarifies what is and is not an e-bike. Here’s what you need to know, according to Watch for Me CT, a program be...
Let's share the roads with everyone: vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles and pedestrians of all ages. Showing patience, care and attention while driving prevents crashes and save lives.
🚴♂️ Are you prepared for the new helmet laws taking effect October 1st throughout the state? Learn about the new legislation and how it affects everyone on the road.
🚶♀️🚴♂️ Register today for Walk & Roll to School Day! 🎒✨
The 29th annual National Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day is happening on October 8, 2025! This fun event encourages active, safe routes to school while inspiring healthy habits and lasting community change.
Communities can celebrate any day in October that works best. Don’t miss out—sign up now at 👉 walkbiketoschool.org Watch for Me CT ... See MoreSee Less
Happy first day of Fall! 🍁 As leaves start falling and the sun sets earlier, here are some tips on staying visible as a pedestrian:
🚶🏻♂️Wear bright-colored or reflective clothing. 🚶🏻♂️Wave to a driver or get their attention before crossing. 🚶🏻♂️Cross at a marked crosswalk whenever possible.
This week is Child Passenger Safety Week, bringing awareness to keep children safe in a vehicle.
To learn more about how to keep your child safe this week and always, visit the National Highway & Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) for resources and look for a local car seat inspection service near you: ow.ly/jPEC50WQFNf
Have you or a loved one been impacted by a traffic crash and would like to share your story? We will honor the lives impacted by traffic crashes on Connecticut roads at our annual World Day of Remembrance event on November 16.
Please contact Amy Watkins at AWatkins01@connecticutchildrens.org to learn more.
The man on the bike is more than just a cyclist. He's a husband, a father, a coworker, a friend. Give bike riders the space they need to stay safe on our roads.
It's Rail Safety Week and we want to encourage everyone to be aware of rail crossings.
Obey all signs and never pass flashing lights or go around lowered gates. Always wait until lights have stopped flashing and gates are completely raised.
We will be commemorating World Day of Remembrance on Sunday, Nov. 16 at Walnut Hill Park in New Britain. Please mark your calendars and join us to honor traffic crash victims and advocate for change.
The Town of Windsor recently applied for Bicycle Friendly Community status from the League of American Bicyclists! As part of their review process, the League wants your input on bicycling in Windsor. If you’ve ever biked here, please take a minute to complete this survey and share your input: ow.ly/f28X50Wx0KT. ... See MoreSee Less
Bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers, and are allowed to ride in the travel lane. 💡Keep at least 3 feet of space between your vehicle and a bicyclist – it’s the law.
Whether it’s painted or not, drivers in CT must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks.
👣 Unmarked crosswalks are the straight paths across an intersection that connect one sidewalk to another (not diagonal). They don't have painted stripes but are still crosswalks.
Drivers must stop for pedestrians: ✅ Already in the crosswalk ✅ Stepping in to cross ✅ Signaling they want to cross — even if they're waving with a cane, crutch, or something else
❗ New law starting Oct 1: Fine for failing to yield jumps from $500 → $750. Let’s share the road and keep everyone safe. 🛑
Crosswalk Visibility Enhancements (CVEs) help drivers spot crosswalks earlier — giving them more time to stop for people crossing.
✅ Brighter lighting ✅ Bold, high-visibility markings ✅ Advance warning signs 💡 According to the Federal Highway Administration: 📉 High-visibility crosswalks can cut pedestrian injuries by up to 40% 📉 Intersection lighting can reduce pedestrian crashes by up to 42%
Bonus: CVEs are also one of the cheapest traffic calming measures to implement.
Think of your dashboard lights as a reminder: children are on the move this school year. Whether they're walking to school, crossing at bus stops, or heading to extracurriculars, their safety depends on drivers staying focused and alert. Let’s make the roads safe for every student.
World Trails Film Festival on Oct. 3 in Manchester, CT. This film festival is part of the CT Greenways Trail Symposium and is sponsored by Connecticut Outdoor Recreation Alliance. There are a variety of short films including biking and walking and running. ... See MoreSee Less
As students return to school, it’s important for drivers to slow down and stay alert. Kids are walking, biking, and crossing streets more often this time of year, especially around neighborhoods and school zones. Drive with care and remember, safe driving helps protect our youngest pedestrians.
Happy Labor Day from Watch for Me CT! With lots of people on the roads going to family gatherings or a day out with friends, here are some things to remember to stay safe:
🚗 Drive distraction-free. Put your phone away and keep your eyes on the road 🚗 Obey all speed limits and road signs 🚗 Be alert for pedestrians and cyclists 🚗 Don't drive impaired
Have a safe Labor Day Weekend! The upcoming holiday weekend is a time to relax, but not when it comes to road safety. Expect more people walking and biking on our roads. Plan ahead, use a designated driver or rideshare if you're drinking, and always watch for pedestrians. Let’s keep the holiday safe for everyone. 🏖️
Amy Watkins of Watch for Me CT was featured in this news piece from FOX61 about back-to-school safety, reminding drivers that they are required by law to come to a complete stop if a school bus lights are flashing and the stop sign is extended. 📺 Watch the full video for more tips on how you can keep others safe this school year: www.fox61.com/article/news/local/hartford-county/east-hartford/ct-leaders-urge-drivers-to-watch-o...
Each pair of Ghost Shoes marks where someone never made it home. They’re a powerful reminder that pedestrians are vulnerable and too often invisible to drivers. Slow down. Yield at crosswalks. Stay alert, especially at night. Let these shoes speak loudly: we all deserve to get home safely.
School buses are back on the road, carrying children to school and after-school activities. Always slow down in school zones, stop for buses with flashing lights, and watch for kids getting on and off.
As you get behind the wheel in the coming days, Watch for Me CT's Amy Watkins reminds you to look for children. 🏃 With back-to-school season, you can expect more children walking, biking and riding the bus. Always remember to stop for school buses when their lights are flashing and their stop signs are extended.🏫 With a little extra attention and patience, this school season can get off to a great start for all!
The Town of Windsor recently applied for Bicycle Friendly Community status from the League of American Bicyclists!
As part of their review process, the League wants your input on bicycling in Windsor. If you’ve ever biked here, please take a minute to complete this survey and share your input: ow.ly/f28X50Wx0KT. ... See MoreSee Less
Back to school means more children walking, biking, and getting on and off buses. Kids can be unpredictable—so stay alert and drive like their safety depends on you. Because it does.
With the school year underway, more children are out walking to school and heading to extracurricular activities. That means more kids at crosswalks, bus stops, and sidewalks during busy times of day. Stay alert behind the wheel and always put their safety first.
We are introducing a new voice for pedestrian safety in Connecticut. Stay tuned for a formal social media introduction!
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It’s officially Pedestrian Safety Month. 🚶🏼♀️ Now is the perfect time for a friendly reminder to watch for adults, children, and seniors walking or crossing the street.
Let’s make sure everyone gets to their destinations safely!
#WatchForMeCT #PedestrianSafety ... See MoreSee Less
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October is Pedestrian Safety Month. Whether you're behind the wheel or on foot, let's look out for one another. As the days get shorter and it gets darker earlier, visibility becomes more challenging.
🚙 Drivers: Slow down and scan the road as you drive. Stay alert for people crossing the street.
🚶 Pedestrians: Remember that as it gets darker, it becomes harder to see you. If you must walk or run on the road, use lights and reflectors.
Safety is a two-way street.
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.Remember this safe-driving checklist for the next errand you run or roadtrip you take:
✅ Put away all distractions and keep your eyes on the road
✅ When driving through school or work zones, stay alert and cautious
✅ Yield to pedestrians, it's the law
#WatchForMeCT #RoadSafety #DriveResponsibly ... See MoreSee Less
The national "A Week Without Driving" campaign aims to bring awareness to the barriers and challenges that non-drivers face. Here's how you take the Week Without Driving challenge:
You can get around however you want, but the challenge is not to drive yourself in any car. This applies to all your activities — not just your work commute. If you normally transport other family members or friends, it applies to those trips, too.
Take the challenge and help advocate for accessibility in your community!
#WatchForMeCT #WeekWithoutDriving ... See MoreSee Less
www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/faq-what-counts-as-an-e-bike-under-connecticuts-new-law/3643211/ ... See MoreSee Less
FAQ: What counts as an e-bike under Connecticut's new law
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New rules regarding e-bikes go into effect in Connecticut on October 1, 2025. The law clarifies what is and is not an e-bike. Here’s what you need to know, according to Watch for Me CT, a program be...Today is National Car Seat Check Saturday!
This annual day reminds us that proper car seat use should always be a priority. Find a free car seat inspection service here: ow.ly/bmYq50WQGoo
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Let's share the roads with everyone: vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles and pedestrians of all ages. Showing patience, care and attention while driving prevents crashes and save lives.
#WatchForMeCT #DriveResponsibily #RoadSafety ... See MoreSee Less
🚴♂️ Are you prepared for the new helmet laws taking effect October 1st throughout the state? Learn about the new legislation and how it affects everyone on the road.
#WatchForMeCT #bikesafety
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CT's new laws Oct. 1 expand helmet rules, target modified e-bikes
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Violators face a fine of $90 or more.🚶♀️🚴♂️ Register today for Walk & Roll to School Day! 🎒✨
The 29th annual National Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day is happening on October 8, 2025! This fun event encourages active, safe routes to school while inspiring healthy habits and lasting community change.
Communities can celebrate any day in October that works best. Don’t miss out—sign up now at 👉 walkbiketoschool.org Watch for Me CT ... See MoreSee Less
Happy first day of Fall! 🍁 As leaves start falling and the sun sets earlier, here are some tips on staying visible as a pedestrian:
🚶🏻♂️Wear bright-colored or reflective clothing.
🚶🏻♂️Wave to a driver or get their attention before crossing.
🚶🏻♂️Cross at a marked crosswalk whenever possible.
#WatchForMeCT #pedestriansafety #safetytips ... See MoreSee Less
This week is Child Passenger Safety Week, bringing awareness to keep children safe in a vehicle.
To learn more about how to keep your child safe this week and always, visit the National Highway & Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) for resources and look for a local car seat inspection service near you: ow.ly/jPEC50WQFNf
#WatchForMeCT #ChildPassengerSafetyWeek ... See MoreSee Less
Have you or a loved one been impacted by a traffic crash and would like to share your story? We will honor the lives impacted by traffic crashes on Connecticut roads at our annual World Day of Remembrance event on November 16.
Please contact Amy Watkins at AWatkins01@connecticutchildrens.org to learn more.
#WatchForMeCT #WorldDayofRemembrance #roadsafety ... See MoreSee Less
Join other advocates at the Bike Walk CT Annual Dinner! ... See MoreSee Less
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.The man on the bike is more than just a cyclist. He's a husband, a father, a coworker, a friend. Give bike riders the space they need to stay safe on our roads.
#WatchForMeCT #ShareTheRoad ... See MoreSee Less
Ghost Shoes brings light to the family, friends and loved ones lost every year walking or biking on Connecticut roads.
Watch this powerful documentary by visiting our website: ow.ly/mOEJ50WQFAK
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It's Rail Safety Week and we want to encourage everyone to be aware of rail crossings.
Obey all signs and never pass flashing lights or go around lowered gates. Always wait until lights have stopped flashing and gates are completely raised.
#WatchForMeCT #RailSafety ... See MoreSee Less
We will be commemorating World Day of Remembrance on Sunday, Nov. 16 at Walnut Hill Park in New Britain. Please mark your calendars and join us to honor traffic crash victims and advocate for change.
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Feedback Wanted!
The Town of Windsor recently applied for Bicycle Friendly Community status from the League of American Bicyclists! As part of their review process, the League wants your input on bicycling in Windsor. If you’ve ever biked here, please take a minute to complete this survey and share your input: ow.ly/f28X50Wx0KT. ... See MoreSee Less
At some point in the day, EVERYONE is a pedestrian. 🚶
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Motorcycle Checklist:
Have fun ✅
Enjoy the ride ✅
Wear a helmet ✅
Reminder: Starting Oct. 1, motorcycle riders under the age of 21 must wear a helmet.
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Bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers, and are allowed to ride in the travel lane. 💡Keep at least 3 feet of space between your vehicle and a bicyclist – it’s the law.
#WatchForMeCT #BikeSafety #ShareTheRoad ... See MoreSee Less
🚶♀️ 🚦 Crosswalk safety = everyone’s job
Whether it’s painted or not, drivers in CT must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks.
👣 Unmarked crosswalks are the straight paths across an intersection that connect one sidewalk to another (not diagonal). They don't have painted stripes but are still crosswalks.
Drivers must stop for pedestrians:
✅ Already in the crosswalk
✅ Stepping in to cross
✅ Signaling they want to cross — even if they're waving with a cane, crutch, or something else
❗ New law starting Oct 1: Fine for failing to yield jumps from $500 → $750.
Let’s share the road and keep everyone safe. 🛑
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Work underway to improve pedestrian safety on busy and dangerous road in the Elm City
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Work is underway to improve pedestrian safety on a busy and dangerous road in the Elm City.🚶♀️ 🌟 See them sooner, stop in time
Crosswalk Visibility Enhancements (CVEs) help drivers spot crosswalks earlier — giving them more time to stop for people crossing.
✅ Brighter lighting
✅ Bold, high-visibility markings
✅ Advance warning signs
💡 According to the Federal Highway Administration:
📉 High-visibility crosswalks can cut pedestrian injuries by up to 40%
📉 Intersection lighting can reduce pedestrian crashes by up to 42%
Bonus: CVEs are also one of the cheapest traffic calming measures to implement.
#WatchForMeCT #visibility #pedestriansafety ... See MoreSee Less
E-bike, moped, motorcycle!? Oh my! If you're confused, you're not alone.
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Think of your dashboard lights as a reminder: children are on the move this school year. Whether they're walking to school, crossing at bus stops, or heading to extracurriculars, their safety depends on drivers staying focused and alert. Let’s make the roads safe for every student.
#WatchForMeCT #PedestrianSafety #BackToSchool ... See MoreSee Less
World Trails Film Festival on Oct. 3 in Manchester, CT. This film festival is part of the CT Greenways Trail Symposium and is sponsored by Connecticut Outdoor Recreation Alliance. There are a variety of short films including biking and walking and running. ... See MoreSee Less
World Trails Film Festival
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World Trails Film Festival is a collection of action-packed & inspiring trail films, highlighting nature, adventure, community & more!As students return to school, it’s important for drivers to slow down and stay alert. Kids are walking, biking, and crossing streets more often this time of year, especially around neighborhoods and school zones. Drive with care and remember, safe driving helps protect our youngest pedestrians.
#WatchForMeCT #PedestrianSafety #BackToSchool ... See MoreSee Less
Happy Labor Day from Watch for Me CT! With lots of people on the roads going to family gatherings or a day out with friends, here are some things to remember to stay safe:
🚗 Drive distraction-free. Put your phone away and keep your eyes on the road
🚗 Obey all speed limits and road signs
🚗 Be alert for pedestrians and cyclists
🚗 Don't drive impaired
#WatchForMeCT #DriveResponsibly #RoadSafety ... See MoreSee Less
Have a safe Labor Day Weekend! The upcoming holiday weekend is a time to relax, but not when it comes to road safety. Expect more people walking and biking on our roads. Plan ahead, use a designated driver or rideshare if you're drinking, and always watch for pedestrians. Let’s keep the holiday safe for everyone. 🏖️
#WatchForMeCT
#RoadSafety #DriveResponsibly ... See MoreSee Less
Amy Watkins of Watch for Me CT was featured in this news piece from FOX61 about back-to-school safety, reminding drivers that they are required by law to come to a complete stop if a school bus lights are flashing and the stop sign is extended. 📺 Watch the full video for more tips on how you can keep others safe this school year: www.fox61.com/article/news/local/hartford-county/east-hartford/ct-leaders-urge-drivers-to-watch-o...
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Connecticut leaders urge drivers to watch out for students and buses as school begins
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As Wednesday marked the first day of school in East Hartford, state officials urged drivers to keep safety in mind.Each pair of Ghost Shoes marks where someone never made it home. They’re a powerful reminder that pedestrians are vulnerable and too often invisible to drivers. Slow down. Yield at crosswalks. Stay alert, especially at night. Let these shoes speak loudly: we all deserve to get home safely.
#WatchForMeCT
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School buses are back on the road, carrying children to school and after-school activities. Always slow down in school zones, stop for buses with flashing lights, and watch for kids getting on and off.
#watchforme #pedestriansafety #backtoschool ... See MoreSee Less
As you get behind the wheel in the coming days, Watch for Me CT's Amy Watkins reminds you to look for children. 🏃 With back-to-school season, you can expect more children walking, biking and riding the bus. Always remember to stop for school buses when their lights are flashing and their stop signs are extended.🏫 With a little extra attention and patience, this school season can get off to a great start for all!
#WatchForMeCT #BackToSchool ... See MoreSee Less
The Town of Windsor recently applied for Bicycle Friendly Community status from the League of American Bicyclists!
As part of their review process, the League wants your input on bicycling in Windsor. If you’ve ever biked here, please take a minute to complete this survey and share your input: ow.ly/f28X50Wx0KT. ... See MoreSee Less
Back to school means more children walking, biking, and getting on and off buses. Kids can be unpredictable—so stay alert and drive like their safety depends on you. Because it does.
#WatchForMeCT
#schoolzoneawareness #DriveResponsibly #backtoschool ... See MoreSee Less
With the school year underway, more children are out walking to school and heading to extracurricular activities. That means more kids at crosswalks, bus stops, and sidewalks during busy times of day. Stay alert behind the wheel and always put their safety first.
#watchforme #pedestriansafety #backtoschool ... See MoreSee Less