LVMPD

Summer is ending and our children will be returning to school during the month of August. Now is an important time to remember that our roads will be busier and shared by motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians. We all need to do our part to keep each other safe! Here are some basic safety tips to use:

Pedestrians
• Always walk on a sidewalk, never in the street.
• Use marked crosswalks to safely get from one side of the road to the other.
• Always look both ways for oncoming hazards before crossing.
• During darkness hours wear light clothing or reflectiveitems to be visible to motorist and others sharing the road.

• Obey traffic laws – follow traffic signs and signals.

• Ride in the same direction as traffic.

• Stay in the bike lane, if available.
• Never use electronic devices while riding.
• Have a headlight and wear reflective equipment if riding during dark hours.

Motorists
• SLOW down – The faster you travel, the less reaction time you have.
• Do not pass stopped school buses with their red flashing lights and STOP arm extended.
• Use caution when passing a school bus, watching for children who may be in the vicinity.
• Do not block bike lanes or travel lanes near school pick up zones.

Each year we see many avoidable accidents and tragedies during the first part of the school year. Share these tips so we may all enjoy a safe return to school this year!