2013

Although drivers ought to provide the right of way to pedestrians in many situations, that doesn’t always happen.  Pedestrians have to take their wellbeing into their own hands, and to help people achieve that, the fire department of Santa Barbara County has put together a series of tips that could benefit anyone in California. Many… read more

A recent Sacramento-based operation designed to reduce those incidents that could lead to a pedestrian collision has apparently been successful, with 45 people receiving a ticket from a law enforcement official. The endeavor took place this past Saturday and was overseen by the California Highway Patrol.  To catch motorists who failed to respect the rights… read more

Although you may have enjoyed the extra hour of sleep that the end of daylight saving time afforded, the event should also serve as a reminder that you have to be particularly careful out on the road, whether you’re a pedestrian or a driver.  A new report provides some quick tips geared toward improving safety… read more

With Halloween finally here, it’s important to supply some last-minute tips that anyone driving during the holiday can exercise in order to protect those child pedestrians who may be out trick-or-treating.  The tips hail from the Los Angeles Police Department and the California Office of Traffic Safety.  If possible to do so, don’t drive through… read more

A new report has come out relating some safety tips that persons can put into practice when walking through an empty parking lot.  The tips hail from the police department of Syracuse, New York. First, always be cognizant of where you are and what you would do in the event that you are set upon… read more

Yesterday, the Los Angeles Police Department carried out an enforcement effort designed to target those actions that could contribute to a pedestrian fatality or injury in the San Fernando Valley.  One pedestrian and 29 drivers in total received a ticket during the operation, which saw undercover officers crossing the street as drivers approached, keeping tabs… read more

This past weekend, the city of San Mateo was the site of a deadly crash in which a vehicle reportedly struck a pedestrian who was attempting to get across the street.  Because of that, the police department of that city is attempting to spread the word about the importance of pedestrians taking the proper precautions… read more

A new report takes a look at the efforts of officials in the city of Las Vegas to put forth various safety initiatives timed to Pedestrian Safety Month in October.  The efforts hope to draw awareness to the importance of automobiles and drivers sharing the road.  One area in particular that the Mayor is calling… read more

The Governor of California has signed a measure that seeks to keep the state’s Safe Routes to School program going for the foreseeable future.  $129 million is being earmarked for various transportation safety issues, with a particular emphasis on getting children more interested in biking and walking to and from school.  To bolster this desire… read more

Officials in the Winton and Beachwood-Franklin areas of California are concerned that a walking school bus program designed to encourage safe practices will be squelched before it even has a chance to come into being.  One of the program coordinators said that they have had trouble getting adults to take part in the initiative, which… read more

Although pedestrians should be given the right of way in most all situations, this doesn’t always end up being the case, which is why it’s up to people on foot to always be cognizant of their environment.  In order to ensure safety, citizens of California may look to a report out of Virginia that nevertheless… read more

Now that the Bay Bridge is open, it’s important for those who hope to take advantage of the East Span bike and pedestrian route do what they can to ensure safety.  A website focuses on the measures being taken by authorities to promote safety and also explains the ways that commuters can do their part… read more