The children learn it in kindergarten or at school and naturally wear reflective tapes or reflective clothing. But what is good for the offspring, to be better seen in the dark, also applies to all other road users. Representatives of city, police and traffic watch informed on Thursday (8.11.) In the Schadenfreude on more security by visibility and invite for Saturday (10.11.) Again.
The motto of the campaign is “Safe through the dark season” because it is very early in the winter time and early in the morning, it will be late. Who then in dark clothes on foot or on the road is very bad for motorists can be seen, as well as the eyesight significantly decreases after.
Pedestrians and cyclists should wear light or better yet reflective clothing so that they are visible at dusk and darkness from a distance. This reduces the risk of being overlooked. At their booth in the Shadow arcades, there was information as well as small reflective accessories for more visibility. Representatives of the campaign “Scratchpad”, the police and the traffic guard held many talks. Again and again, they heard that reflectors are useful for children. The experts clearly demonstrated that they also make sense for adults. Those who wanted could participate in a visual and reaction test for free. Motorists should drive at this time of year with particular care and at a reasonable speed.
For example, dark-clad pedestrians are perceived by the motorist at a distance of 25 to 30 meters at night or in poor visibility in the dipped beam. A bright and contrasting dressed pedestrian recognizes the motorist already from a distance of 40 to 50 meters. A pedestrian in reflective clothing is already visible from a distance of 130 to 160 meters.
Second action on Saturday
If you would like to find out more about the possibilities of reflective tapes or reflective clothing, you will also find suggestions and a shop on the website of the traffic guard here. Also when buying clothes, bags or Rolland, you should pay attention to reflective materials.