Florida Promotes Pedestrian Safety Month: Stay Safe on Roads

October marks National Pedestrian Safety Awareness Month, a time when the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) and the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) are urging all residents to prioritize safety on the roads.

The agencies aim to reduce pedestrian fatalities and injuries through education and enforcement. They remind drivers to watch for pedestrians, especially at crosswalks and intersections, and to reduce speed in residential areas and school zones. Pedestrians should wear bright clothing at night, use sidewalks, and cross streets at designated crosswalks.

FLHSMV and FHP are conducting public awareness campaigns and working with law enforcement to enforce traffic laws protecting vulnerable road users. Residents can find more pedestrian safety tips on the FLHSMV website.