As winter approaches motorists and pedestrians are reminded to ensure they are seen when out at night.
Winter weather always brings extra hazards for motorists, and there is an increase in casualty rates, as the nights draw in and the weather deteriorates.
Sarah Nelson, a Road Safety Adviser for Lancashire County Council says: “At this time of year we always remind road users to ensure they can be seen when out on the roads. Whether they walk, cycle or are parents with children, it’s really important we all play our part to keep safe.”
“At the Council we work with many partners across Lancashire including the Police, Lancashire Fire and Rescue, The North West Air Ambulance and Lancashire Partnership for road safety trying to make pedestrians more aware that they are at greater risk now that evenings are darker, particularly when they are out for parties during the Christmas period. We also want to remind motorists to make sure they are extra vigilant looking out for cyclists, pedestrians and children who might not be easy to see.”
Winter weather always brings extra hazards for motorists, and there is an increase in casualty rates, as the nights draw in and the weather deteriorates.
Sarah Nelson, a Road Safety Adviser for Lancashire County Council says: “At this time of year we always remind road users to ensure they can be seen when out on the roads. Whether they walk, cycle or are parents with children, it’s really important we all play our part to keep safe.”
“At the Council we work with many partners across Lancashire including the Police, Lancashire Fire and Rescue, The North West Air Ambulance and Lancashire Partnership for road safety trying to make pedestrians more aware that they are at greater risk now that evenings are darker, particularly when they are out for parties during the Christmas period. We also want to remind motorists to make sure they are extra vigilant looking out for cyclists, pedestrians and children who might not be easy to see.”
The Road Safety group, set up by the council is dedicated to reducing road casualties throughout Lancashire and offers relevant and up to date road resources and advices the public on how to be safe this Christmas.
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