That time of year, pedestrian fatality risk.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:
In for the responses.

Carbrain is a disease

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Pedestrian fatalities tend to increase after the fall time change, when the end of daylight saving time leads to earlier sunsets. This creates a higher risk because it becomes darker earlier, catching pedestrians and drivers off guard. This is despite the fact that there are fewer pedestrians out compared to spring and summer.
Safety tips for pedestrians
Increase visibility: Wear bright or reflective clothing to be more visible to drivers, particularly during dawn and dusk.
Walk during daylight: If possible, adjust your walking routine to occur during daylight hours.
Stay alert: Avoid distractions like using your phone or wearing earbuds that can prevent you from hearing approaching traffic.
Be mindful of drivers: Remember that drivers may be drowsy or less attentive, and be cautious when crossing streets.

I blame 95% of pedestrian accidents on pedestrians. People need to pay attention, and get off their phones when walking and crossing streets. Also, a crosswalk does not mean you can just jump into the road to cross at any time. Cars only need to yield to pedestrians IN the crosswalk not those standing there waiting to cross.

That stat feels true to me. Crazy pedestrians will walk right out in front of you without looking in the city, wear black at night and cross mid block. It’s like they have a death wish.

So if I am going out to dinner after work, walking home from work, going to a party, going to the convenience store, or generally living a life.....I need to wear specific clothing?

YES!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Pedestrian fatalities tend to increase after the fall time change, when the end of daylight saving time leads to earlier sunsets. This creates a higher risk because it becomes darker earlier, catching pedestrians and drivers off guard. This is despite the fact that there are fewer pedestrians out compared to spring and summer.
Safety tips for pedestrians
Increase visibility: Wear bright or reflective clothing to be more visible to drivers, particularly during dawn and dusk.
Walk during daylight: If possible, adjust your walking routine to occur during daylight hours.
Stay alert: Avoid distractions like using your phone or wearing earbuds that can prevent you from hearing approaching traffic.
Be mindful of drivers: Remember that drivers may be drowsy or less attentive, and be cautious when crossing streets.

I blame 95% of pedestrian accidents on pedestrians. People need to pay attention, and get off their phones when walking and crossing streets. Also, a crosswalk does not mean you can just jump into the road to cross at any time. Cars only need to yield to pedestrians IN the crosswalk not those standing there waiting to cross.

That stat feels true to me. Crazy pedestrians will walk right out in front of you without looking in the city, wear black at night and cross mid block. It’s like they have a death wish.

So if I am going out to dinner after work, walking home from work, going to a party, going to the convenience store, or generally living a life.....I need to wear specific clothing?

YES!

Be a whole new fashion trend and line of clothing now. "Nighttime Pedestrian Look"

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
I blame 95% of pedestrian accidents on pedestrians. People need to pay attention, and get off their phones when walking and crossing streets. Also, a crosswalk does not mean you can just jump into the road to cross at any time. Cars only need to yield to pedestrians IN the crosswalk not those standing there waiting to cross.

It is YOUR responsibility as the operator of the four ton murder machine to not murder anyone with your four ton pile of steel machinery. Hope that helps.

Exactly! And don’t live stream on TikTok either

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/nov/08/tiktok-live-stream-fatal-crash-chicago

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
I blame 95% of pedestrian accidents on pedestrians. People need to pay attention, and get off their phones when walking and crossing streets. Also, a crosswalk does not mean you can just jump into the road to cross at any time. Cars only need to yield to pedestrians IN the crosswalk not those standing there waiting to cross.

It is YOUR responsibility as the operator of the four ton murder machine to not murder anyone with your four ton pile of steel machinery. Hope that helps.

Exactly! And don’t live stream on TikTok either

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/nov/08/tiktok-live-stream-fatal-crash-chicago

Quit playing in the street. 5000 lbs of steel laughs at your 200lbs soft squishy body.

Physics be like they be.

[Anonymous]

They sell glow in the dark vests.

[Anonymous]

I wear a reflective vest and my dog wears a light up collar. I’m still shocked at the number of cars I have to dodge (neighborhood does not have many sidewalks, and not many streetlights). The vest does nothing if drivers aren’t looking.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
I blame 95% of pedestrian accidents on pedestrians. People need to pay attention, and get off their phones when walking and crossing streets. Also, a crosswalk does not mean you can just jump into the road to cross at any time. Cars only need to yield to pedestrians IN the crosswalk not those standing there waiting to cross.

It is YOUR responsibility as the operator of the four ton murder machine to not murder anyone with your four ton pile of steel machinery. Hope that helps.

Exactly! And don’t live stream on TikTok either

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/nov/08/tiktok-live-stream-fatal-crash-chicago

Quit playing in the street. 5000 lbs of steel laughs at your 200lbs soft squishy body.

Physics be like they be.

Did you even read the article? A driver was on TikTok live streaming to her followers and hit a pedestrian! He did nothing wrong but ended up dead anyway

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
I blame 95% of pedestrian accidents on pedestrians. People need to pay attention, and get off their phones when walking and crossing streets. Also, a crosswalk does not mean you can just jump into the road to cross at any time. Cars only need to yield to pedestrians IN the crosswalk not those standing there waiting to cross.

It is YOUR responsibility as the operator of the four ton murder machine to not murder anyone with your four ton pile of steel machinery. Hope that helps.

Exactly! And don’t live stream on TikTok either

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/nov/08/tiktok-live-stream-fatal-crash-chicago

Quit playing in the street. 5000 lbs of steel laughs at your 200lbs soft squishy body.

Physics be like they be.

Did you even read the article? A driver was on TikTok live streaming to her followers and hit a pedestrian! He did nothing wrong but ended up dead anyway

Was the pedestrian in the road?

[Anonymous]

So, seriously. Yes, you wear reflective clothing at night. The tiny little lights might not be enough. See what the FedEx drivers have to wear. You can't miss them.
I sometimes think that the rouge pedestrians are not drivers themselves. They don't understand what the drive can and cannot see.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I wear a reflective vest and my dog wears a light up collar. I’m still shocked at the number of cars I have to dodge (neighborhood does not have many sidewalks, and not many streetlights). The vest does nothing if drivers aren’t looking.

As a driver, have you missed seeing a pedestrian? You are looking at it from your perspective. You never know how the driver sees it. I assume the worst. Lime green vest with reflectors even in daytime. No walking at night.

[Anonymous]

My child used to work in traffic safety as an engineer.
The most culpable were the cyclists who don’t want to slow down and lose momentum.
Pedestrians need to assume the worst. Assume that the drivers do not see you.
No one is out there trying to run anyone over. It’s usually a visibility issue.
Has anyone noticed that work crews must wear their vests? It makes a difference.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Ok Barney Fife.

You think you’re clever but you don’t realize how many people are driving with poor eyesight and high on weed.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I'm a driver, biker, and walker.

Clip on LED lights are now super cheap--light yourself up.

Put one on your bag/jacket/shoe when out after dusk/before dawn. Also, if you are walking a dog, put one on your pup/leash. Bikes should be lit front and rear at a minimum.

The reflective strips on shoes and clothes are remarkably effective, but lights are even better.

Every day I walk from the metro to my house, four blocks. I should attach an LED light to myself? Would you?

Studies have shown that high-visibility clothing can significantly lower the risk of accidents. For example, one study found a 55% reduction in collisions between cyclists and motor vehicles when high-visibility jackets were worn.

[Anonymous]

The people who I fear the most are the people on e-bikes and scooters. Most of these morons will drive on the sidewalk and never stop, even though they are going at high speed. They’ll zoom through crosswalks even when people are walking on them.