Two pedestrians approached on crosswalks - police point to clearly visible clothing

In recent days, two pedestrians have been victims of a traffic accident. Both were caught crossing the road on a pedestrian crossing of a car and injured. Especially during the winter months, it is important that pedestrians are clearly visible.

During the twilight and the night, but also in fog, rain or snowfall darkly dressed persons are often overlooked by the motorized road users. This leads to avoidable traffic accidents. In a press release, the police ask pedestrians and cyclists to make themselves visible so as not to fall victim to a traffic accident.

Motor vehicle drivers are also on duty. If they adopt the speed to the light, sight and road conditions, driving ahead and are particularly careful in the area of traffic, they can make a significant contribution to the prevention of traffic accidents.

Here are some tips from the Police Canton of Solothurn to pedestrians, cyclists and motor vehicle drivers:

Pedestrian:

Wear bright and reflective dresses or luminous reflective vest. Also recommended are reflective bands on the arms and legs as well as the attachment of sole flares

Never cross the road by surprise. Always make sure that they are seen by the vehicle driver before entering the pedestrian zone - look for eye contact

Rather renounce the right to be on the right than to face the danger of being overlooked and hit by a vehicle driver

Cyclist:

Check lights and reflectors before each ride

Mount spoke reflectors

Wear reflective dresses or luminous vest with reflective tape

Drive ahead to detect possible dangerous situations early

Motor vehicle drivers

Adapt speed to light, visibility and road conditions

drive ahead to detect possible dangerous situations early

switch on the low beam early enough. Daytime running lights are not enough at night, in poor visibility and in tunnels. The daytime running lights usually do not light the tail lights.

Keep all windows clean, completely free from ice and snow to ensure a good all-around visibility

Take special care in the area of traffic, reduce speed if necessary and prepare for braking.