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Over the course of just one week this past November, 5 children were killed in 6 bus stop accidents across the country. Seven other children were injured in these pedestrian crashes. Although investigations are ongoing, accidents like these often involve inattentiveness and negligence on the part of motorists. We can all do our part to exercise caution. Never pass a school bus when children are loading and unloading. Read below for more tips.
Exercise caution when you are approaching a school zone or a school bus stop to prevent a car vs. pedestrian crash. In order to do so, we must all pay attention to our surroundings. Distractions like texting or gazing out the window can mean you don’t see that you are approaching a neighborhood bus stop.
If you are a motorist, here are the ways you can better ensure pedestrians’ safety:
School bus drivers report tens of thousands of passing violations. It’s important to take note that it is illegal to pass a school bus with flashing red lights and the stop arm extended.
As a motorist, you should be on the lookout for students traveling to and from school on roadways and in neighborhoods throughout your area, not just in school zones. Kids walk, bike and ride scooters to school, and you should be prepared for their presence to avoid a car crash:
Caution and attentiveness can go a long way in noticing people on or near the road that you won’t notice if you’re distracted.
Teaching your children these school bus tips is a good way to prevent injuries and tragedies:
Children 10 years old and younger should be accompanied by an adult.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a car vs. pedestrian accident, someone else’s negligence may be to blame. For a complimentary consultation, please contact us today. Whetstone Perkins & Fulda has many years of combined experience. Our offices are located in Marion, Myrtle Beach, Columbia and Kingstree.