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[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 [b]it becomes darker earlier, catching pedestrians and drivers off guard.[/b] 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]

but is it really due to time change 'catching people off guard' tho? do you have stats that show in 5-6pm window fatality rate is meaningfully higher than 6-7pm? or is it simply because there's one extra hour of darkness of the evening that results into one extra hour of fatality incident counts? (yeah i know it's O/T but just curious)[/quote]

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