Share the Road: Tips for Drivers, Cyclists, and Pedestrians On
average, 265 bicycle and 600 pedestrian crashes are reported to
the Metropolitan Police Department each year in the District of
Columbia. Approximately 2,700 pedestrians and bicyclists are
injured every year in the Washington region, and 89 are killed.
Pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities accounted for 23% of the
total traffic fatalities in the District of Columbia, suburban
Maryland and northern Virginia from 2004-2008. What’s
disappointing is that many of these fatalities could have been
avoided. By exercising some caution and extending some common
courtesies, future tragedies can be avoided. The following tips
should help drivers, bikers and walkers share the road and get
where they’re going safely. Behaviors motorists and walkers
should avoid and fines for associated violations. Tips for
Drivers Drivers are reminded to turn on vehicle headlights at
dusk and be vigilant in looking out for cyclists and
pedestrians. Additionally, drivers should: -