Tip Of The Day | Pedestrian Injuries | Deltona Accident Attorney

In the next 24 hours, on average, 324 people will be treated in an emergency department for pedestrian-related injuries, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In the next 2 hours, on average, one pedestrian will die from injuries in a traffic crash.

Whenever you're walking, keep these tips in mind:

• Cross the street at a designated crosswalk.
• Be careful at intersections, where drivers may fail to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians while turning onto another street.
• Increase your visibility at night by carrying a flashlight and wearing reflective clothing.
• It's safest to walk on a sidewalk, but if you must walk in the street, walk facing traffic.