Sharing the road key to safe travels
During the busy warm months of spring and summer, auto and bicycle traffic fills our roadways. During this time, we at the fire department respond to an increasing number of injury accidents that could have been prevented.
Roadway users must remember that sightseeing and map reading should only be done while your vehicle or bike is stopped and well off the roadway.
Motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians all must be aware of each other in order to share the roadways in a safe manner.
— Sallie Ross-Filgo, South Lake Tahoe Fire Department
Thank you Sallie! Can’t count how many times a cyclist has nearly hit me, or someone with headphones on walks right out in front of my car. And people driving – please pay attention! People with your children – keep them close to you on roadways. Nobody wants to see a child hurt. Let’s keep it fun!