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.
Fatal crashes among pedestrians and bicyclists increased by 13 percent after the end of Daylight Saving Time, according to a study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. If you are out walking or riding your bike, always wear reflective clothing to keep yourself visible. If you're driving, take it slow and keep a careful eye out for pedestrians. We need to look out for each other.
November 3rd marks the end of Daylight Saving Time! As we turn our clocks back and lose daylight, remember to watch out for pedestrians while driving! If you're walking or riding, make yourself seen.
It gets harder to see after we turn the clocks back. That means you might not see that mom or dad pushing their little one across the street. Drive slowly and use caution!
Amy Watkins, Program Specialist for Watch for Me CT, was on hand at a press conference today in Newington to share tips for staying safe this Halloween. Adults, here are some dos and donโts as you and your family head out for Halloween fun:
๐Look both ways. Tell the children in your life to always look left, right and then left again before crossing the street. ๐Use crosswalks and always obey traffic signals. ๐Stay visible. Use flashlights and/or glowsticks. ๐Remind kids that just because they can see a car, the driver of the car doesnโt necessarily see them. ๐Put reflective tape on bags or costumes to stay seen at all times.
Happy Halloween! ๐ป Witches, Zombies, Vampires, & Mummies will be roaming our neighborhood streets looking for tricks and treats at dusk tomorrow! Letโs work together to keep the streets safe for everyone.
๐ Check out this infographicโฆ if you dare. ๐ Take the Vision Zero Pledge: bit.ly/4ecSZFm
Ghost Shoes are a powerful reminder of the importance of safe driving, as they make the consequences visible. These memorials honor the lives of pedestrians who were taken due to traffic violence.
These stories are told in our "Ghost Shoes" documentary. Available here: ow.ly/hpBt50TBf8P
Halloween should be scary for the right reasons: haunted houses, spooky movie nights, and cool costumes. Keep a day full of sweet treats from going sour. Itโs important to stay alert and be a safe pedestrian when trick-or-treating. Head to safekids.org/tip/halloween-safety-tips to learn more! ... See MoreSee Less
Let's keep fall fun safe for everyone! Please, as you head out to enjoy your fall activities, stay alert on the roads. ๐งก We need to watch out for each other.๐งก
We fall back on November 3rd thanks to the end of Daylight Saving Time. By turning the clocks back an hour, we gain an hour of sleep, but lose an hour of daylight. That means it gets darker earlier! Look out for pedestrians after dark, and make yourself seen if you're walking or riding.
Riding with traffic and following road signs is key to staying safe. Donโt forget to signal your turns and wear bright, reflective gear, especially in low light conditions.
Safe driving isnโt just about obeying traffic laws, itโs about protecting those around us. Give cyclists and pedestrians the space they need and be mindful of speed limits, especially in school zones and neighborhoods.
CTDOT is developing their statewide Active Transportation Plan and recently shared with us that they have a survey open to the public focusing on how we walk, bike, and roll in our communities, with a focus on state roads. Please feel free to share this survey with your communities and take it yourselves.
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is developing a statewide Active Transportation Plan. The Plan will guide future improvements on state routes for a functional, equitable, and safe...
โRequiring all riders to wear helmets is a commonsense rule not that different from requiring people in cars to buckle up,โ said IIHS President David Harkey.
This week is National Teen Driver Safety Week. Finally getting behind the wheel as a new driver is exciting! Talk to them about being careful, alert, and focused while driving. Check out www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/teen-driving for tips! ... See MoreSee Less
Despite what they may say, your teens are paying attention and you remain their biggest influence, especially since you hold the keysโliterally. With that in mind, the themes for Teen Driver Safety Week are the rules of the road parents and teens should discuss and agree on to ensure safe passage for their teen driver.
Always remember how quickly a vehicle can change a life forever.
"Ghost Shoes" is an influential documentary that shares the stories of real people behind the statistics of pedestrian fatalities. Watch now: ow.ly/LBuK50TBeYG
It's National School Bus Safety Week! The most dangerous part of the school bus ride is getting on and off! When drivers ignore extended stop-arms and flashing red lights, they put kids at risk. This #SchoolBusSafetyWeek, remind each other that it is best practice to always stop if thereโs a school bus. ... See MoreSee Less
Check out this event in honor of Shauna Devlin who tragically lost her life to a traffic crash.๐จ Arts in Action Memorial Art Show is just 2 weeks away! ๐จ
Join us for a special reception on Friday, November 1st, from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, and immerse yourself in the creativity and passion of our talented artists.
Can't make it to the reception? No worries! The show will be open from October 30th - November 2nd, so thereโs plenty of time to experience the artwork.
Fall is such a fun time of year! ๐๐ We encourage everyone to head out and participate in fall traditions like apple-picking and hayrides. But as you hit the road, remember that October is Pedestrian Safety Month. In the fall, it gets darker earlier. Drivers need to be more alert.
October is Pedestrian Safety Month. If youโre driving, be sure to look out for people walking. Remember as we head into winter, it gets darker earlier, making it harder to see. Proceed with caution! If youโre out walking, be sure to wear reflective clothing so that cars can see you in dim and dark light.
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....
Roads are for everyone, let's share them responsibly. Slow down in areas where pedestrians and cyclists are present, and always check twice before making a turn.
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.
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Fatal crashes among pedestrians and bicyclists increased by 13 percent after the end of Daylight Saving Time, according to a study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. If you are out walking or riding your bike, always wear reflective clothing to keep yourself visible. If you're driving, take it slow and keep a careful eye out for pedestrians. We need to look out for each other.
#WatchForMeCT #DaylightSaving #FallBack ... See MoreSee Less
November 3rd marks the end of Daylight Saving Time! As we turn our clocks back and lose daylight, remember to watch out for pedestrians while driving! If you're walking or riding, make yourself seen.
#WatchForMeCT #DaylightSaving #FallBack ... See MoreSee Less
It gets harder to see after we turn the clocks back. That means you might not see that mom or dad pushing their little one across the street. Drive slowly and use caution!
#WatchForMeCT#DaylightSaving #fallback ... See MoreSee Less
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Amy Watkins, Program Specialist for Watch for Me CT, was on hand at a press conference today in Newington to share tips for staying safe this Halloween. Adults, here are some dos and donโts as you and your family head out for Halloween fun:
๐Look both ways. Tell the children in your life to always look left, right and then left again before crossing the street.
๐Use crosswalks and always obey traffic signals.
๐Stay visible. Use flashlights and/or glowsticks.
๐Remind kids that just because they can see a car, the driver of the car doesnโt necessarily see them.
๐Put reflective tape on bags or costumes to stay seen at all times.
Also attending todayโs press conference were: Newington Mayor Jon Trister, Office of Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz, Connecticut Highway Safety Office Director Joe Cristalli, State of Connecticut DMV Commissioner Tony Guerrera, Newington Police Chief Chris Perry, State Sen. Matt Lesser and State Rep. Gary Turco and CT Work Zone Safety Mascot Terri the Turtle.
#WatchForMe #Halloween #HalloweenSafety #BeSafe #LookBothWays ... See MoreSee Less
Happy Halloween! ๐ป Witches, Zombies, Vampires, & Mummies will be roaming our neighborhood streets looking for tricks and treats at dusk tomorrow! Letโs work together to keep the streets safe for everyone.
๐ Check out this infographicโฆ if you dare.
๐ Take the Vision Zero Pledge: bit.ly/4ecSZFm
๐ฆ NHTSA Halloween Safety Tips: bit.ly/2Rl4dhD ... See MoreSee Less
Let's all have a safe and fun Halloween! Remember to watch out for trick-or-treaters. ๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ฌ
#WatchForMe #Halloween #PedestrianSafetyMonth ... See MoreSee Less
Ghost Shoes are a powerful reminder of the importance of safe driving, as they make the consequences visible. These memorials honor the lives of pedestrians who were taken due to traffic violence.
These stories are told in our "Ghost Shoes" documentary. Available here: ow.ly/hpBt50TBf8P
#GhostShoes #TrafficSafety #WatchForMeCT ... See MoreSee Less
Halloween should be scary for the right reasons: haunted houses, spooky movie nights, and cool costumes. Keep a day full of sweet treats from going sour. Itโs important to stay alert and be a safe pedestrian when trick-or-treating. Head to safekids.org/tip/halloween-safety-tips to learn more! ... See MoreSee Less
Let's keep fall fun safe for everyone! Please, as you head out to enjoy your fall activities, stay alert on the roads. ๐งก We need to watch out for each other.๐งก
#WatchForMe #PedestrianSafetyMonth #DriveCarefully ... See MoreSee Less
We fall back on November 3rd thanks to the end of Daylight Saving Time. By turning the clocks back an hour, we gain an hour of sleep, but lose an hour of daylight. That means it gets darker earlier! Look out for pedestrians after dark, and make yourself seen if you're walking or riding.
#WatchForMeCT #DaylightSaving #FallBack ... 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.Watch For Me CT: Ghost Shoes Documentary ... See MoreSee Less
Riding with traffic and following road signs is key to staying safe. Donโt forget to signal your turns and wear bright, reflective gear, especially in low light conditions.
#DriveSafe #WatchForMeCT #PedestrianSafety ... See MoreSee Less
Safe driving isnโt just about obeying traffic laws, itโs about protecting those around us. Give cyclists and pedestrians the space they need and be mindful of speed limits, especially in school zones and neighborhoods.
#DriveSafe #WatchForMeCT #PedestrianSafety ... See MoreSee Less
CTDOT is developing their statewide Active Transportation Plan and recently shared with us that they have a survey open to the public focusing on how we walk, bike, and roll in our communities, with a focus on state roads. Please feel free to share this survey with your communities and take it yourselves.
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Active Transportation Plan
portal.ct.gov
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is developing a statewide Active Transportation Plan. The Plan will guide future improvements on state routes for a functional, equitable, and safe...Please, as you head out to enjoy your fall activities, stay alert on the roads. ๐งก We need to watch out for each other. ๐งก
#watchforme #PedestrianSafetyMonth #DriveCarefully ... See MoreSee Less
โRequiring all riders to wear helmets is a commonsense rule not that different from requiring people in cars to buckle up,โ said IIHS President David Harkey.
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Lax helmet laws have killed more than 20,000 motorcyclists, study shows
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More than 20,000 motorcyclists who died in crashes in the U.S. since the mid-1970s would have survived if stronger helmet laws had been in place.This week is National Teen Driver Safety Week. Finally getting behind the wheel as a new driver is exciting! Talk to them about being careful, alert, and focused while driving. Check out www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/teen-driving for tips! ... See MoreSee Less
Despite what they may say, your teens are paying attention and you remain their biggest influence, especially since you hold the keysโliterally. With that in mind, the themes for Teen Driver Safety Week are the rules of the road parents and teens should discuss and agree on to ensure safe passage for their teen driver.
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/teens ... See MoreSee Less
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Always remember how quickly a vehicle can change a life forever.
"Ghost Shoes" is an influential documentary that shares the stories of real people behind the statistics of pedestrian fatalities. Watch now: ow.ly/LBuK50TBeYG
We can make our roadways safer.
#GhostShoes #TrafficSafety #WatchForMeCT ... See MoreSee Less
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It's National School Bus Safety Week! The most dangerous part of the school bus ride is getting on and off! When drivers ignore extended stop-arms and flashing red lights, they put kids at risk. This #SchoolBusSafetyWeek, remind each other that it is best practice to always stop if thereโs a school bus. ... See MoreSee Less
Check out this event in honor of Shauna Devlin who tragically lost her life to a traffic crash.๐จ Arts in Action Memorial Art Show is just 2 weeks away! ๐จ
Join us for a special reception on Friday, November 1st, from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, and immerse yourself in the creativity and passion of our talented artists.
Can't make it to the reception? No worries! The show will be open from October 30th - November 2nd, so thereโs plenty of time to experience the artwork.
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Drivers โ stay alert and look out for cyclists! ๐ด ... See MoreSee Less
Fall is such a fun time of year! ๐๐ We encourage everyone to head out and participate in fall traditions like apple-picking and hayrides. But as you hit the road, remember that October is Pedestrian Safety Month. In the fall, it gets darker earlier. Drivers need to be more alert.
๐งกWe need to watch out for each other.๐งก
#watchforme #PedestrianSafetyMonth #DriveCarefully ... See MoreSee Less
October is Pedestrian Safety Month. If youโre driving, be sure to look out for people walking. Remember as we head into winter, it gets darker earlier, making it harder to see. Proceed with caution! If youโre out walking, be sure to wear reflective clothing so that cars can see you in dim and dark light.
#WatchForMe #PedestrianSafetyMonth #Pedestrians ... See MoreSee Less
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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....Roads are for everyone, let's share them responsibly. Slow down in areas where pedestrians and cyclists are present, and always check twice before making a turn.
#DriveSafe #WatchForMeCT #PedestrianSafety ... See MoreSee Less
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