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In autumn, the sun comes in late, it sets early, and the bright time of day is getting shorter. It is no coincidence that October 17 is a day of reflectors - these simple attributes can save many lives. Unfortunately, so far they are still too often forgotten. Specialists of the Lithuanian Road Administration (LAKD) remind that it is vital to use reflectors during the dark hours of the day. The reflectors will be of no use if these beds are forgotten in the drawer. Often it would be enough to search among the items and be able to find a ribbon or hanging reflector, a brightly colored vest, and possibly a flashlight. How to wear a reflector? The strip reflector should be placed on the sleeve of the garment just above the wrist. It can also be worn on the leg calf. Even better, the reflectors are worn on both hands. Then you will be sure that the light-reflecting parts will not block the body when the car arrives. Suspended reflectors pierced with a chain or cord should be attached to clothing so that they glow at knee height as you walk. Photo 3. It is important to wear the reflectors in such a way that they are as well lit as possible by the lights of cars coming from far away. Specialists point out that the most effective safety measures for pedestrians during the dark hours of the day are brightly colored vests with light-reflecting elements and floodlights. The flashlight feature is available on most smartphones, so if you don’t have anything on hand, you can take advantage of it. However, it is not possible to bathe the device while walking - it will only increase the risk. číst dál

The first gust of wind in the Dakar reaches all participants one month before the start of the marathon, where all participants, or more precisely, all Dakar equipment gather in one place, writes "igo2Dakar". číst dál

As the weather warms, drivers and pedestrians can meet more and more groups of road users - cyclists and scooters. Cyclists are happy to start the season earlier, but important rules to keep in mind before leaving home. číst dál

Since 20 February this year, pedestrians moving outside the village have been obliged to be equipped with reflective elements in poor visibility. If the pedestrian does not have them and becomes a participant in a traffic accident, the insurance company may withdraw from the monetary benefit. číst dál

His carelessness was cruelly paid for by a man, who set out on a bike ride Wednesday morning. When going down the bike path, he drove directly under the wheels of his car. He died on the spot. číst dál

Pupils and educators from primary and nursery school Zákupy originally grasped traffic education. číst dál

Most road accidents happen due to inattention. And both by a driver and by pedestrians who might be carelessly crossing the road. According to police statistics, however, it seems that the Czechs as pedestrians on the roads more careful than before. In the first eight months of this year, 43 have died in accidents - historically at least since 1964, when statistics were introduced. číst dál

At times, even a seemingly minor overlook and failure to comply with the rules can significantly endanger traffic safety. číst dál

According to the World Health Organization, drowning is the third leading cause of accidental injury in the world with a share of 7% in the injury group. číst dál

Lake Macquarie City Council is urging rock fishers to play it safe as new legislation makes it compulsory for them to wear life jackets along the city's coast. číst dál

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has paid a fine of $29,500 for state occupational safety violations surrounding the death of Conservation Officer Eugene Wynn of Pine City in April. číst dál

Think Europe, think bicycles, as adults of all ages off to work or daily errands are on the road shared with automobiles. In 2020, bikes have become even more popular as environmental concerns have led to governments eager to promote clean air. číst dál

Some people love to run no matter the season, even cold weather, and that is OK as long as you take proper precautions, a physical therapist says. číst dál

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Careem officially launched the first-of-its-kind bike-sharing service in the region, providing 780 pedal-assisted bikes over 78 stations across Dubai under the project's phase 1. Mattar Mohammed Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the RTA and Mr. Mudassir Sheikha, Co-Founder and CEO of Careem, accompanied by Ahmed Bin Sulayem Executive Chairman of Dubai Multi Commodities Centre, inaugurated the service at the Jumeirah Lakes Towers' station. Several executives from both sides attended the inauguration event. číst dál

For Ward 2 Coun. Bob Hawkins, there's no question — helmets save lives and if you're going to ride a bicycle you need to wear one. číst dál