Winnie & Wally!
At Watch for Me CT, we believe the best way to keep our communities safe is by teaching safe habits early. Winnie’s role is to show grown-ups how important it is to lead by example, while her joey, Wally reminds us that little eyes are always watching and learning. Together, they help families talk about safety in a fun, memorable way.
Winnie has an important reminder for kids and parents alike: A properly fitted helmet is one of the easiest ways to stay safe while biking, scootering, or skating. Make wearing a helmet part of every ride, even the quick trips around the neighborhood!
Safety starts with smart habits and the right gear. 🛴🚲🛹🪖
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What does it take to keep kids safe as e-bike use continues to grow? In Episode 3 of Operation Advocacy, host Joanne Baerg, MD, is joined by Sigrid Burruss, MD, FACS, and Romeo Ignacio, MD, FACS, FAAP, to discuss the rising number of pediatric e-bike injuries, practical steps families can take to improve safety, and how advocacy efforts like the SAFE Ride Act could help protect children.
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Rural roads can come with unique safety challenges—but staying alert can help keep everyone safe.
This Rural Road Safety Week, remember to slow down, watch for people walking or biking, and stay focused behind the wheel. Whether you're driving through a small town or along a country road, sharing the road safely makes a difference.
Let's work together to make Connecticut's roads safer for everyone. 🚗🚶🚲
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🐾 Wally reminds families that little hands are safest when they're holding onto a grown-up! When walking near busy roads and intersections, stay close, use crosswalks, and wait for the walk signal before crossing.
Safe walking habits help everyone get where they're going safely—especially our youngest pedestrians! 🚸💛
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🎨🌿 More Than Just Speed Bumps: Quick Builds
Making streets safer doesn't always require a major construction project.
Quick builds are low-cost, temporary street improvements that communities can use to test new ideas or improve safety while waiting for funding for permanent projects.
Instead of concrete and other permanent materials, quick builds often use:
🌿 Planters
🎨 Paint
🚧 Bollards (short posts)
These materials can be used to create features like curb extensions (also known as bump-outs), which shorten crossing distances for pedestrians and visually narrow the roadway to encourage slower speeds.
Small changes can make a big difference.
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🇺🇸 Tomorrow kicks off Fourth of July celebrations, and many festivities will continue throughout the weekend!
With more people traveling to gatherings, fireworks displays, and community events, it's important for everyone to stay extra alert. Drivers should watch for increased pedestrian and bicycle traffic, especially near parks, neighborhoods, and event venues. Pedestrians and bicyclists should stay visible, use crosswalks when available, and remain aware of their surroundings.
Whether you're behind the wheel, on foot, or on a bike, let's work together to keep our roads safe so everyone can enjoy the holiday weekend safely. 🎆🚶🚲🚗
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As e-bikes become more popular across Connecticut, it's important for riders and parents to understand the laws and how to ride safely.
Watch for Me CT recently spoke with CT Insider about Connecticut's e-bike laws, including helmet requirements, age restrictions, and simple steps families can take to help young riders stay safe.
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Summer means being outdoors safely – learn the laws that govern e-bike use
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The nonprofit Watch for Me CT wants to educate users and parents in ways to keep everyone safeWinnie wants to remind everyone that parking lots and driveways require just as much attention as busy roads. Always stay alert and look carefully when walking behind parked vehicles in case they begin to back up unexpectedly. And kids, don’t forget to always hold an adult’s hand while walking through parking lots and driveways. 🦘💛
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Father figures play an important role in shaping safe habits for the next generation. This Father’s Day, dads and father figures can help lead by example by talking with family and friends about the importance of safe driving habits, staying focused behind the wheel, and watching carefully for others on the road. As summer activities increase, drivers are reminded to stay alert and vigilant wherever they travel. Find helpful safety resources at ow.ly/TxvK50YZP2i #WatchForMeCT #PedestrianSafety ... See MoreSee Less