October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, a reminder that safe streets are important for everyone who walks, rolls, or crosses a roadway. Pedestrian safety is especially important for people who do not drive, including children, older adults, and people who are blind or have low vision.
Drivers should stay alert, watch for pedestrians at intersections and crosswalks, slow down in areas with foot traffic, and avoid distractions. Pedestrians should use sidewalks and marked crossings when available, remain visible, and pay attention when crossing streets.
Safe pedestrian travel also depends on well-designed streets, sidewalks, crossings, and accessible features that help people move through the community safely.