Advisory: September is California
Pedestrian Safety Month Remember! Pedestrians Don’t Have Armor
The
California Office of Traffic Safety is again announcing that September is
“California Pedestrian Safety Month” which began last year in response to
the rising number of pedestrians being killed and injured on California
roadways.
Los
Angeles County Sheriff’s Department will be joining with other law
enforcement agencies, city and state transportation agencies, pedestrian
advocates and walking clubs to promote public awareness aimed at both
drivers and pedestrians alike to always be aware of each other and share
the road responsibly.
This
month draws attention to the 892 pedestrians who were killed on
California roadways in 2016 alone, accounting for over 24 percent of all
roadway deaths in the state, up from 17 percent just a decade ago. In
2016, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s deputies investigated 35 pedestrian
fatal collisions and another 69 major injury collisions. Most injuries
are life changing and permanent. Deputies will join the effort by
conducting pedestrian safety enforcement operations throughout the month.
The
department has mapped out locations over the past several years where
pedestrian collisions have occurred along with the violations that led to
those collisions. Traffic Officers working overtime and others on routine
patrol will be focusing enforcement both on drivers as well as pedestrian
who violate traffic laws.
Both
drivers and walkers are cautioned to put down the cell phones, since
electronic distractions are seen in increasing numbers of pedestrian
crashes. Other factors for drivers include unsafe speed and failure
to see and yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and intersections.
For pedestrians, the major dangers are jaywalking and thinking that they
can be seen at night, especially while wearing dark clothing. To learn about the
dangers of being a pedestrian, who is at risk and safety tips visit Pedestrian Safety.
The
California Office of Traffic Safety continues to remind motorist that “ Pedestrians Don’t Have Armor.” This public service announcement highlights
the importance of pedestrian safety awareness, regardless of whether one
is on foot or behind the wheel.
Funding for this enforcement campaign is provided to Los
Angeles County Sheriff’s Department by a grant from the California Office
of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration.
MEDIA NOTES: To schedule an interview regarding the Los Angeles County
Sheriff’s Department Traffic Safety Operations, please contact Sergeant
Robert L. Hill at 323-890-5400 or via email at RLHill@lasd.org.
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