Be Safe, Be Seen
29.10.21
AS once again we prepare
to move into winter time, with the clocks going back at
2am on Sunday 31st October, the need to highlight road
safety must be prioritised.
If all motorists in Inishowen would use their dipped
headlights during the day, drive within the speed
limits, never drive after consuming alcohol or drugs and
always be aware of other road users, our roads would be
a much safer place.
‘Be Safe, Be Seen’ – that’s the message at this time of
year to all road users in Inishowen, as the evenings get
darker. The Donegal Road Safety Working Group is
reminding pedestrians, cyclists and motorists alike to
make themselves more visible during the dark winter
nights. Pedestrians are being urged to wear fluorescent
or bright clothing in the daytime and reflective
material at night to make themselves more visible to
drivers. At the same time, motorists are being
encouraged to use dipped headlights so that not only can
they see other road users but they, themselves, can be
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Brian O’Donnell, Road
Safety Officer with Donegal County Council, said: “It is
crucial when using the road in the darker mornings or
evenings that you are always seen. As always, we urge
all pedestrians, runners and cyclists to wear
high-visibility vests, reflective bands and to carry a
torch. We all need to continue to drive home the ‘Be
Safe, Be Seen’ message as too many people continue to
think that 'it won't happen to me'. The reality is,
however, that it does happen every day and unfortunately
a car is going to come off much better than the
pedestrian or cyclist it collides with. Motorists must
always be aware that vulnerable road users have a right
to use the road safely. Vehicle preparation for winter
is absolutely crucial. If you think ahead and have your
vehicle winter ready, you’ll be prepared for any adverse
conditions the colder months throw at you and keep you
safe on the roads”.
To date in 2021, 14 pedestrians and 5 cyclists have been
killed on our roads in Ireland. |
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