A Reminder on Pedestrian Safety
Fremont Police Department would like to remind the community about pedestrian safety. Remember: safe drivers, safe speeds, and safe vehicles save lives.
Whether in a parking lot, crosswalk, or sidewalk, we are all pedestrians at one point. Drivers, please slow down and be extra careful around people walking. Put yourself in their shoes and drive how you would want someone to drive when you are walking.
Speeding, poor lighting, mid-block crossing, and impairment are the main factors in pedestrians being struck by vehicles.
Fremont Police Department offers the following safe driving and walking tips:
Drivers
- Do not speed and slow down at intersections. Be prepared to stop for pedestrians at marked and unmarked crosswalks.
- Avoid blocking crosswalks while waiting to make a right-hand turn.
- Never drive under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
- Use signalized crosswalks where drivers expect foot traffic.
- Watch for approaching vehicles and be careful crossing the street, especially busier streets with higher speed limits. At 30 mph, a driver needs at least 90 feet to come to a stop.
- Get in the habit of wearing light colors, reflective material, and walking with a flashlight at night so it is easier for drivers to see you.
Address/Location
Fremont Police Department (CA)
2000 Stevenson Blvd
Fremont, CA 94538
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 510-790-6800
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