Pedestrian safety is always important, but everyone should be extra vigilant in the fall and winter seasons, especially in the morning and at dusk. With the time change, the days are shorter, and visibility is lower when the sun sets. Pedestrians should wear light and reflective clothing when traveling after dark and drivers should remain alert, attentive and prepared to stop for pedestrians. The Cathedral City Police Department is reminding drivers to stay alert, obey the posted speed limit and stop for pedestrians. At the same time, pedestrians are reminded to use crosswalks, look left, right, left before crossing, wait for the walk signal and stay visible at night.
Please take a minute to review the safety tips listed below for drivers and pedestrians.
For pedestrians:
• Use sidewalks and marked crosswalks whenever possible.
• Press the pedestrian signal button and wait for the walk signal.
• Always stop at the curb and look left, right and left before crossing a street.
• Watch for cars turning in or leaving driveways.
• Wear light or bright colored clothing.
• Pay attention and take off headphones while walking – no texting or playing games.
For drivers:
• Always stop for pedestrians.
• Follow traffic signs, signals and markings.
• Don’t run red lights.
• Observe posted speed limits. Speeding only makes it more difficult to stop for pedestrians.
Keep your eyes on the road. It’s illegal to use a handheld phone/device or text while driving.
