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Pedestrian Safety

Woman crossing street while reading her phone At some point in the day, we all become pedestrians. Being able to safely get from one location to another is important. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an estimated 6,416 pedestrians were killed and an estimated 55,000 injured nationwide in 2020 alone.

Simple tips for pedestrian safety:

· Walk along available sidewalks

· Cross streets at crosswalks

· Look for cars in all directions before crossing the street

· Be vigilant of cars entering or exiting driveways and parking lots

· Keep streets clean by using garbage cans and recycling

· Warn fellow walkers if you become aware of a threat to safety

· Walk with a buddy when you can

Healthy Capital District is a partner of the Neighborhood Support Team for Sheridan Preparatory Academy in Albany, NY. The goal of the Neighborhood Support Team (NST) is to support safe passages for students and families as they walk to and from school. By greeting young families with a smile, picking up trash, and being present, the NST demonstrates characteristics of being a good neighbor and their support for residents and local businesses.
For more information or to get involved with the NST, contact Amanda Duff at aduff@hcdiny.org.

Click below for more tips to stay safe:

Safe Routes to School | Safe Routes Partnership
Describes the Safe Routes to School initiative, offers access to webinars, resources, and ways to get involved.

Pedestrian Safety (ny.gov)
Discusses NYS priorities and the action being taken to invest in pedestrian safety and provides resources including FAQs, fact sheets, and action plans.

Pedestrian Safety: Prevent Pedestrian Crashes | NHTSA
Provides tips for drivers and walkers, as well as informative videos on how to support pedestrian safety.