Last night, our team responded to a serious auto versus pedestrian incident. Thankfully, incidents like this can be prevented with the right precautions. If you’re walking after dark, here are some tips to stay safe and visible:

🔦 Be Bright and Reflective
• Wear bright or light-colored clothing.
• Use reflective gear like vests, armbands, or tape on your clothes or bags.
• Carry a flashlight or use the flashlight feature on your phone.

🚶♂️ Choose Safe Routes
• Stick to sidewalks whenever possible.
• Walk facing traffic if there’s no sidewalk.
• Use crosswalks and obey traffic signals.

🚘 Be Aware of Drivers
• Make eye contact with drivers before crossing streets.
• Avoid distractions like headphones or texting while walking.
• Stay alert for vehicles turning or backing up.

Let’s work together to keep our community safe. Whether you’re driving or walking, always stay aware of your surroundings.

Your safety is our top priority, San Leon!

#SafetyFirst #PedestrianSafety #SanLeonVFD

Last night, our team responded to a serious auto versus pedestrian incident. Thankfully, incidents like this are preventable with the right precautions. If you’re walking after dark, here are some tips to stay safe and visible:

🔦 Be Bright and Reflective
• Wear bright or light-colored clothing.
• Use reflective gear like vests, armbands, or tape on your clothes or bags.
• Carry a flashlight or use the flashlight feature on your phone.

🚶♂️ Choose Safe Routes
• Stick to sidewalks whenever possible.
• Walk facing traffic if there’s no sidewalk.
• Use crosswalks and obey traffic signals.

🚘 Be Aware of Drivers
• Make eye contact with drivers before crossing streets.
• Avoid distractions like headphones or texting while walking.
• Stay alert for vehicles turning or backing up.

Let’s work together to keep our community safe. Whether you’re driving or walking, always stay aware of your surroundings.

Your safety is our top priority, San Leon!

#SafetyFirst #PedestrianSafety #SanLeonVFD