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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]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: [b]Wear bright or reflective clothing to be more visible to drivers[/b], [b]particularly during dawn and dusk[/b].
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. [/quote]

I blame 95% of pedestrian accidents on pedestrians. [b]People need to pay attention, and get off their phones when walking and crossing streets.[/b] 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. [/quote]
[b] A pedestrian who is not "paying attention" while literally crossing a street is more at fault than the driver who is not "paying attention" and hits them.[/b][/quote]

THIS. ^ It's always up to the person walking to be cautious and it's always their fault if they get hit when walking in a road that is meant for cars. 
Same for bicycle riders, etc. [/quote]

The issue here is the belief that roads are always "meant for cars."[/quote]

Roads are mainly for cars. Pedestrians have side walks. [/quote]

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