"Safe through the dark season" Action

Posted by Coco on November 29th, 2018

Dark clothing is very popular especially in the cold season, but it is not safe for the wearer. Under the heading "Safe Through the Dark Season" experts from the state capital, police, and road patrol on Thursday, November 8, campaigned for more safety through better visibility. They pointed out the benefits of bright, reflective clothing. Especially in these days at the beginning of the dark season, pedestrians and cyclists, especially children, are particularly vulnerable due to poor visibility.

Pedestrians and cyclists should wear light or better yet reflective clothing, so the tenor among the professionals, they are visible at dusk and darkness from a great distance. By simple means, they can significantly reduce the risk of being overlooked. As part of the campaign, various reflective materials have been distributed for more visibility in the dark season. The campaign, for example, provided information leaflets and reflective Velcro tapes for the campaign.

In addition, all interested passers-by on site had the opportunity to participate in a visual and reaction test free of charge. Among the drivers was the call to drive at this time of year with particular attention and with reasonable speed.

Better visibility and adapted speed mean more safety and can even save lives. After all, drivers in traffic can only react to what they see in time:

For example, dark-clad pedestrians are only perceived by the motorist at a distance of 25 to 30 meters at night or in poor visibility in the dipped beam. A bright and contrasting dressed pedestrian is detected by the driver from a distance of 40 to 50 meters. A pedestrian, who is traveling with reflective vests, can be seen by the motorist from a distance of 130 to 160 meters.

"Every accident is one too many! Create more security through visibility for you and your children!", so the common appeal of all cooperation partners.

The cooperation partners are offering another date under the motto "Safe through the dark season" on Saturday, November 10, 11 am to 2 pm on the ground floor.