Idaho Governor Brad Little has proclaimed Tuesday Idaho School Zone Safety Day, and traffic safety partners from across the state have joined forces to help spread the word.
The American Automobile Association, the Idaho Transportation Department, and 26 law enforcement agencies throughout the Gem State are participating in the effort. Law enforcement agencies will emphasize school zone enforcement Tuesday, and in some locations, officers will be on hand to greet students as they arrive to school. ITD will also display school zone safety messages on electronic reader boards around the state.
Triple-A says parents, teachers, students, and drivers all need to work together to make school zones safe for everyone. Children who are walking to school or getting dropped off should never dart between cars. Parents should remind them to always use a crosswalk if one is available, and make sure that hoods, hats, and headphones don’t prevent them from seeing or hearing approaching vehicles as they cross. Children also need to wear bright or reflective clothing if they’ll be walking in the dark.
Meanwhile, drivers should strictly observe signs, flashing lights, and signals from crossing guards. Motorists are also reminded to never illegally pass a stopped bus with flashing lights. (AAA)
