It's spring time. This means that there will be children outside playing, bicycling, roller blading and having fun. Drivers need to keep in mind that children don't always follow safety rules regarding vehicular traffic. Small children will dart into traffic without thinking anything about it. Drivers need to always be mindful of small children, always scan ahead when driving in residential areas.
Parents you should remind your children of the safety rules before they go outside to play. Make sure they look both ways before crossing the street. If they are walking on a sidewalk or along the side of the street, they should walk toward the oncoming traffic so they have the opportunity to jump out of the way of an oncoming vehicle if need be. Don't set up basketball goals in the right of way. This encourages children to play in the street. If they are riding bicycles make sure that they ride with the flow of traffic and as far to the right side of the roadway as possible. Everyone should wear a helmet when riding their bicycles both off and on the road. Most head injuries are caused from low speed crashes when their head impacts the concrete or a hard surface. And when riding on the roadway bright colored clothing is a must.
Remind your children not to talk to strangers.
Always keep safety first and have a safe and enjoyable summer.
