Thank you to Chaz and AJ for hosting Watch for Me CT!Thank you to @ctdot_official Commissioner Eucalitto and Amy Watkins, Program Specialist for @watchformect - Please be safe this holiday season, don’t drink and drive, slow down through work zones and watch for pedestrians.
In CT, there have been at least 64 pedestrian fatalities in 2024 alone. Crashes like these happen all over the state and in our own backyards. To see if a fatal pedestrian crash happened near you, visit the Watch for Me CT website: ow.ly/Z2r450UkYU3
Remember that your choices impact more than just you. Don’t let your festive spirit break the spirits of our dedicated trauma teams. Their holidays shouldn’t be spent in agony over preventable crashes. Plan ahead—call a sober ride and keep everyone safe. Let’s ensure our celebrations are joyful, not tragic. #HolidaySafety#SoberRides#PreventImpairedDriving#CTNotOneMore... See MoreSee Less
Roundabout 101 starts with YES: 🚸Y is for YIELD. Yield for pedestrians and vehicles in the roundabout. 🚸E is for ENTER. Enter when clear and you have an opening. 🚸S is for SIGNAL. Signal before you exit the roundabout.
"Just as we know the top factors causing roadway deaths, we also have the solutions to stem the traffic safety crisis. The key now is leadership – to act on this knowledge and put proven, life-savin...
In 2024, Connecticut has seen 1,421 crashes that involved either a pedestrian or a cyclist. To avoid increasing this statistic, drivers should remember to stay alert and vigilant when passing through pedestrian-heavy areas and bicycle lanes.
Light the way before you walk! Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) alert oncoming vehicles and traffic that a pedestrian is crossing. RRFBs increase motorist yielding rates up to 98%! They are there for you, so use them!
🚶Like with a signalized crosswalk, use the button to activate the lights. 🚶â€â™€ï¸Always look left, right, and left again to make sure all cars are stopping. 🚴â€â™€ï¸If you are riding a bike, you should use the signal as well.
Winter has arrived, along with the snow. Remember to clear snow off your car's roof, taillights, headlights and windows to maximize visibility. Even in winter weather, we need to look out for each other.
It's up to all of us to take ACTION to keep emergency responders SAFE. Move over â†”ï¸ when you see flashing lights ahead. 🚔🚒🚑 ... See MoreSee Less
Drunk driving and impaired driving is illegal and fatal. This week is National Drunk & Drug-Impaired Driving Prevention Week. If you have been drinking or using a substance, there are ways to keep yourself, other drivers, pedestrians and cyclists safe. Alcohol impairment was a factor in 42 percent of all pedestrian fatalities in 2022, accounting for 3,097 deaths, according to the National Safety Council. Call a ride or call a friend to get home in one piece.
This week marks Older Driver Safety Awareness Week. As we age, shifts in vision, mobility and reaction speed can influence driving ability. It’s a time to focus on tools, tips and strategies to help older drivers and their families navigate the road safely and confidently.
Riding an E-bike, scooter, or other wheels? âš Know the rules of the road: ride as far to the right as safe, obey speed limits, and use hand signals to indicate where you are going if you do not have a turn signal. âš Wearing a helmet is important for bicyclists, but is even more important for e-bike or scooter riders because of the increased speed. No matter how slow you are going, it is not safe to ride an e-bike or scooter without a helmet. âš Watch out for pedestrians and other bikes.
When's the last time you had your eyes checked? 👀 Even with perfect vision, it's hard to see at night. Remember to stop fully and check for pedestrians before turning right on red!
Have you noticed any Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) in your neighborhood? RRFBs consist of two rectangular flashing lights that are attached to the pedestrian warning sign at some marked crosswalks. The lighting helps increase driver awareness of people crossing.
Our event was part of a much larger movement across the country. Check out this recap of some of the amazing things that went on elsewhere! ... See MoreSee Less
From Milwaukee to Memphis, Las Cruces to Las Vegas, and Wichita to Washington, DC, elected leaders, advocates and people who have lost loved ones in traffic crashes joined forces to urge action to add...
The World Day of Remembrance is about honoring those who have died, supporting those who survived and acting to save lives. Thank you to the individuals who attended this touching event, especially the family members of victims of road violence. We all must take action to end this crisis on our roadways. Here are some of the measures Watch for Me CT is advocating for: âž¡ï¸ Harsher, more timely penalties for impaired and speeding drivers. âž¡ï¸ Improvements to the number of safe pedestrian crossings on Whalley Avenue in New Haven through the Bus Rapid Transit project. âž¡ï¸ Full implementation of Leading Pedestrian Intervals with concurrent phase pedestrian crossing in New Haven.
Carri Roux had expected to find her son, Luke, back at the house after she finished walking the dog. But he was missing. He never made it home. Two years…
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Sunday afternoon dozens got together in New Haven to share their personal stories and push for change. Sunday was the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. Thâ...
We're getting ready for today's event! Join us at DeGale Field at Goffe Street Park in New Haven at 1pm to honor those lost in traffic crashes in our state. ... See MoreSee Less
Parents, does your child ride a scooter, e-bike, or other wheels? Remember, they aren't toys. Make sure your child knows the rules of the road. Bicycles and scooters are considered a type of vehicle, so riders should be in the travel lane with cars going in the same direction. Cars are allowed to go around bicyclists, so riders should stay as far to the right as is safe. Teach your children to use the correct signals to let other road users know what you are doing. If helmets are important for bicyclists, they are even more important on scooters and e-bike because of the increase in speed.
Did you know that according to Connecticut state law, drivers must yield for pedestrians at crosswalks, regardless of whether it is marked or not? Motorists must yield for pedestrians crossing, entering the crosswalk or waving to indicate their desire to cross.
Join us November 15, 2024, for our Annual Meeting. Once again we will meet at the Avon Senior Center, 635 W Avon Rd, Avon, CT 06001. The meeting starts at 7:00 pm and there will be light refreshments....
It’s National Seat Belt Day! Do you use your seat belt on every ride? Buckling up on every ride is the single most important thing a family can do to stay safe in the car. If you’re not sure if your child is ready for the seat belt alone, do the Safety Belt Fit Test. If your child doesn’t pass the test, then they still need a belt positioning booster seat to keep them safe!
Ghost Shoes are a reminder of lives lost due to traffic violence. Today, another pair of shoes have been placed in West Hartford to mourn the loss of an 87-year-old woman. 📺 Amy Watkins of Watch for Me CT was interviewed by FOX61 about the alarming increase in pedestrian deaths in Connecticut.
What's the hurry? Coming to a complete stop before turning right on red might save a life. Always scan for pedestrians and bicyclists and check your mirrors and blind spots.
Do you know about the three-feet rule? Connecticut motorists must give bicyclists and pedestrians at least three feet of distance. If there is oncoming traffic and you can't give 3 feet, WAIT TO PASS.
Yes, in Connecticut it's legal to make a right turn on red after stopping (unless a sign specifies otherwise). But it's important that you come to a full stop before turning so you can check for pedestrians. Right turn on red? Stop and Look. Save a Life.
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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.Thank you to Chaz and AJ for hosting Watch for Me CT!Thank you to @ctdot_official Commissioner Eucalitto and Amy Watkins, Program Specialist for @watchformect - Please be safe this holiday season, don’t drink and drive, slow down through work zones and watch for pedestrians.
Learn more about the @watchformect program and see the “Ghost Shoes†documentary here: watchformect.org ... See MoreSee Less
In CT, there have been at least 64 pedestrian fatalities in 2024 alone. Crashes like these happen all over the state and in our own backyards. To see if a fatal pedestrian crash happened near you, visit the Watch for Me CT website: ow.ly/Z2r450UkYU3
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Remember that your choices impact more than just you. Don’t let your festive spirit break the spirits of our dedicated trauma teams. Their holidays shouldn’t be spent in agony over preventable crashes.
Plan ahead—call a sober ride and keep everyone safe. Let’s ensure our celebrations are joyful, not tragic.
#HolidaySafety #SoberRides #PreventImpairedDriving #CTNotOneMore ... See MoreSee Less
Roundabout 101 starts with YES:
🚸Y is for YIELD. Yield for pedestrians and vehicles in the roundabout.
🚸E is for ENTER. Enter when clear and you have an opening.
🚸S is for SIGNAL. Signal before you exit the roundabout.
#WatchForMeCT #roundabouts #PEDESTRIANSAFETY ... See MoreSee Less
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An Open Letter to the New U.S. Congress and the New Administration: It's Time to Unite to Solve America's Roadway Crisis — Streetsblog USA
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"Just as we know the top factors causing roadway deaths, we also have the solutions to stem the traffic safety crisis. The key now is leadership – to act on this knowledge and put proven, life-savin...Happy Holidays! We hope that as you travel near and far you pay attention to pedestrians and cyclists. Share the road and share holiday cheer! 🌲
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In 2024, Connecticut has seen 1,421 crashes that involved either a pedestrian or a cyclist. To avoid increasing this statistic, drivers should remember to stay alert and vigilant when passing through pedestrian-heavy areas and bicycle lanes.
#WatchForMeCT #PEDESTRIANSAFETY #PedestrianDeaths ... See MoreSee Less
Light the way before you walk! Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) alert oncoming vehicles and traffic that a pedestrian is crossing. RRFBs increase motorist yielding rates up to 98%! They are there for you, so use them!
🚶Like with a signalized crosswalk, use the button to activate the lights.
🚶â€â™€ï¸Always look left, right, and left again to make sure all cars are stopping.
🚴â€â™€ï¸If you are riding a bike, you should use the signal as well.
#WatchForMeCT #RRFB ... See MoreSee Less
Winter has arrived, along with the snow. Remember to clear snow off your car's roof, taillights, headlights and windows to maximize visibility. Even in winter weather, we need to look out for each other.
#WatchForMeCT #SafeDriving #DrivingInTheSnow ... See MoreSee Less
It's up to all of us to take ACTION to keep emergency responders SAFE. Move over â†”ï¸ when you see flashing lights ahead. 🚔🚒🚑 ... See MoreSee Less
Drunk driving and impaired driving is illegal and fatal. This week is National Drunk & Drug-Impaired Driving Prevention Week. If you have been drinking or using a substance, there are ways to keep yourself, other drivers, pedestrians and cyclists safe. Alcohol impairment was a factor in 42 percent of all pedestrian fatalities in 2022, accounting for 3,097 deaths, according to the National Safety Council. Call a ride or call a friend to get home in one piece.
#WatchForMeCT #DrunkDriving ... See MoreSee Less
This week marks Older Driver Safety Awareness Week. As we age, shifts in vision, mobility and reaction speed can influence driving ability. It’s a time to focus on tools, tips and strategies to help older drivers and their families navigate the road safely and confidently.
Discover more here: ow.ly/HUCQ50UiIjc
#AARP #WatchForMeCT #OlderPedestrianSafety ... See MoreSee Less
Riding an E-bike, scooter, or other wheels?
âš Know the rules of the road: ride as far to the right as safe, obey speed limits, and use hand signals to indicate where you are going if you do not have a turn signal.
âš Wearing a helmet is important for bicyclists, but is even more important for e-bike or scooter riders because of the increased speed. No matter how slow you are going, it is not safe to ride an e-bike or scooter without a helmet.
âš Watch out for pedestrians and other bikes.
#WatchForMeCT #EBikeSafety #WearAHelmet ... See MoreSee Less
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When's the last time you had your eyes checked? 👀 Even with perfect vision, it's hard to see at night. Remember to stop fully and check for pedestrians before turning right on red!
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Excellent coverage. What a lovely article. Thank you, Lucy!
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342 Lives Lost To Traffic Violence Remembered In Goffe Street Park
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On the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.ðŸ‘ðŸ‘ðŸ‘City of Norwalk, CTðŸ‘ðŸ‘ðŸ‘
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Norwalk to design 'pedestrian-first' city with passage of Complete Streets initiative
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Norwalk's new Complete Street ordinance will promote multimodal transportation, improve accessibility, and is an environmental step, officials say.Have you noticed any Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) in your neighborhood? RRFBs consist of two rectangular flashing lights that are attached to the pedestrian warning sign at some marked crosswalks. The lighting helps increase driver awareness of people crossing.
#WatchForMeCT #PEDESTRIANSAFETY #RRFB ... See MoreSee Less
Our event was part of a much larger movement across the country. Check out this recap of some of the amazing things that went on elsewhere!
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U.S. Communities Rally for Road Safety: World Day of Remembrance 2024
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From Milwaukee to Memphis, Las Cruces to Las Vegas, and Wichita to Washington, DC, elected leaders, advocates and people who have lost loved ones in traffic crashes joined forces to urge action to add...... See MoreSee Less
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New Haven gathering remembers lives lost on CT roads
www.nepm.org
In Connecticut this year, 342 people have been killed by drivers.The World Day of Remembrance is about honoring those who have died, supporting those who survived and acting to save lives. Thank you to the individuals who attended this touching event, especially the family members of victims of road violence. We all must take action to end this crisis on our roadways. Here are some of the measures Watch for Me CT is advocating for:
âž¡ï¸ Harsher, more timely penalties for impaired and speeding drivers.
âž¡ï¸ Improvements to the number of safe pedestrian crossings on Whalley Avenue in New Haven through the Bus Rapid Transit project.
âž¡ï¸ Full implementation of Leading Pedestrian Intervals with concurrent phase pedestrian crossing in New Haven.
#watchforme #WorldDayofRemembrance #NewHaven #Connecticut ... See MoreSee Less
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News coverage of the World Day of Remembrance. Thank you, New Haven Independent!
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Traffic Violence Victims Remembered
www.newhavenindependent.org
Carri Roux had expected to find her son, Luke, back at the house after she finished walking the dog. But he was missing. He never made it home. Two years…Remembering lives lost and pushing for change: Yesterday we honored traffic victims on World Day of Remembrance, emphasizing that traffic deaths are preventable. Together, we can make our streets safer. ow.ly/KL1b50U98Tt #WorldDayofRemembrance #roadsafety WTNH News 8 ... See MoreSee Less
Road traffic victims honored in New Haven ceremony
ow.ly
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Sunday afternoon dozens got together in New Haven to share their personal stories and push for change. Sunday was the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. Thâ...Thank you to all who attended our World Day of Remembrance event today in New Haven. â¤ï¸
Connecticut Department of Transportation
Connecticut State Police
City of New Haven
Senator Richard Blumenthal
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We're getting ready for today's event! Join us at DeGale Field at Goffe Street Park in New Haven at 1pm to honor those lost in traffic crashes in our state. ... See MoreSee Less
Parents, does your child ride a scooter, e-bike, or other wheels? Remember, they aren't toys. Make sure your child knows the rules of the road. Bicycles and scooters are considered a type of vehicle, so riders should be in the travel lane with cars going in the same direction. Cars are allowed to go around bicyclists, so riders should stay as far to the right as is safe. Teach your children to use the correct signals to let other road users know what you are doing. If helmets are important for bicyclists, they are even more important on scooters and e-bike because of the increase in speed.
#WatchForMeCT #EBikeSafety #WearAHelmet ... See MoreSee Less
See you this Sunday for a moving remembrance of those lost, and a call for action. ... 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.Did you know that according to Connecticut state law, drivers must yield for pedestrians at crosswalks, regardless of whether it is marked or not? Motorists must yield for pedestrians crossing, entering the crosswalk or waving to indicate their desire to cross.
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FVTC 2024 Annual Meeting
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Join us November 15, 2024, for our Annual Meeting. Once again we will meet at the Avon Senior Center, 635 W Avon Rd, Avon, CT 06001. The meeting starts at 7:00 pm and there will be light refreshments....It’s National Seat Belt Day! Do you use your seat belt on every ride? Buckling up on every ride is the single most important thing a family can do to stay safe in the car. If you’re not sure if your child is ready for the seat belt alone, do the Safety Belt Fit Test. If your child doesn’t pass the test, then they still need a belt positioning booster seat to keep them safe!
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Join us at DeGale Field in New Haven on Saturday, Nov. 17 at 1p.m. to remember those lost in traffic crashes in Connecticut. ... See MoreSee Less
Ghost Shoes are a reminder of lives lost due to traffic violence. Today, another pair of shoes have been placed in West Hartford to mourn the loss of an 87-year-old woman. 📺 Amy Watkins of Watch for Me CT was interviewed by FOX61 about the alarming increase in pedestrian deaths in Connecticut.
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Community mourns loss of multiple pedestrians killed by cars
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A memorial vigil in West Hartford was held for Patricia Brulotte, who was hit and killed last week.What's the hurry? Coming to a complete stop before turning right on red might save a life. Always scan for pedestrians and bicyclists and check your mirrors and blind spots.
#WatchForMeCT #RightTurnOnRed #StopAndLook #PedestrianSafety ... See MoreSee Less
Do you know about the three-feet rule? Connecticut motorists must give bicyclists and pedestrians at least three feet of distance. If there is oncoming traffic and you can't give 3 feet, WAIT TO PASS.
#WatchForMeCT #ThreeFeetRule #PedestrianSafety ... See MoreSee Less
Join us at DeGale Field in New Haven on Saturday, Nov. 17 at 1p.m. to remember those lost in traffic crashes Connecticut. ... See MoreSee Less
Yes, in Connecticut it's legal to make a right turn on red after stopping (unless a sign specifies otherwise). But it's important that you come to a full stop before turning so you can check for pedestrians. Right turn on red? Stop and Look. Save a Life.
#WatchForMeCT #RightTurnOnRed #StopAndLook #PedestrianSafety ... See MoreSee Less