25 September 2023
GARDEN CITY, Kan. (KSNW) — Garden City Police are urging residents to be vigilant following 3 different accidents, including one that killed a bicyclist Wednesday.
The department took to social media to warn both drivers and pedestrians to be more safety conscious. They offer the following safety tips.
For Drivers:
Obey all traffic laws and speed limits
Watch for pedestrians at all times – use caution when backing up, and yield the right of way to pedestrians when turning
Yield to pedestrians in crosswalks, making eye contact to indicate that you see them
Be careful when passing buses or stopped vehicles
Stay alert, minimize distractions, buckle up, and put the phone down
For Pedestrians and Cyclists:
Follow the rules of the road, obeying all traffic signs and signals
Use designated crosswalks, sidewalks, or other pedestrian paths, and look both ways before crossing
Don’t assume drivers can see you – be visible and predictable, wear bright/reflective clothing, and cross in well-lit areas
Stay alert, minimize distractions, and put the phone down
Walk with a parent, friend, or group
In 2020, 4 bicyclists were killed on Kansas roadways. In 2022, there were 47 pedestrian fatalities in Kansas.
For more traffic safety tips, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website.