LANSDALE BOROUGH- With school out for the summer, our sidewalks, neighborhoods, and crosswalks often see more activity.  More kids walking, more bikes, and more families out enjoying the community means everyone should stay a little more alert.

Crosswalks are designed to help pedestrians safely cross the roadway, but they also require awareness and cooperation from everyone using the road.

A common misconception is that vehicles must stop anytime someone is standing near a crosswalk.  In Pennsylvania, drivers are required to yield to pedestrians who are lawfully crossing within a crosswalk.  Pedestrians should not enter the roadway when a vehicle is too close to safely stop.

Pedestrians should:
🚶 Use designated crosswalks whenever available.
👀 Make sure approaching vehicles see you before entering the roadway.
⏳ Allow enough time for vehicles to safely stop before crossing.

Drivers should:
🚗 Stay alert near intersections and crosswalks.
🛑 Yield to pedestrians who have entered the crosswalk and are crossing.
📵 Avoid distractions that can prevent you from seeing pedestrians.

Crosswalk safety works best when everyone understands their role. A little patience and awareness can help prevent crashes and keep our community safe — especially during the summer months when more people are out and about.

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