Save Lives: 20’s Plenty Where People Are
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At 10 mph, the pedestrian death risk is low, at about 5%.
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At 15 mph, the risk of pedestrian death doubles to around 10%.
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At 20 mph, the risk of pedestrian death triples to roughly 20%.
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At 25 mph, the risk of pedestrian death jumps to about 50%.
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At 30 mph, the risk of pedestrian death skyrockets to 45-60%.
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At 35 mph and up, the risk of pedestrian death dramatically exceeds 80%.
No Need to Speed: 30’s Purdy on Main
If you drive 35 MPH on Ephraim Main Street, from McDonald's to Walmart, versus driving 30 MPH, approximately 1.7 miles, you only save 31 seconds, so please don’t speed! :)
Reducing speeding your speed offers many community benefits, including:
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Reduced accidents and injuries
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Reduced pedestrian fatalities
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Quieter streets for residents
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Safer roads for walking and biking
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Lower emissions for better air quality
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More pleasant neighborhoods
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Increased visibility and accessibility of local businesses
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Pleasant public spaces
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Strengthened ties among residents
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Preservation of small town charm
Higher speeds increase a driver’s reaction time & braking distance
Higher speeds reduce a driver's field of vision
Cross with Care: Safety at Every Crosswalk
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Cars need to stop 5-10ft feet back from crosswalks in residential zones. Stop 10-20 ft back if on the highway!
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Cars MUST SLOW DOWN and prepare to stop at ALL crosswalks regardless if you see someone or not
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If pedestrians are in the crosswalk CARS MUST STOP
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There are safety in numbers: walk and bike in groups
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Peds/Cyclists should wear bright clothing, use the flags, and consider bike lights
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Peds/Cyclists WAIT until BOTH lanes of traffic have stopped before you cross
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Don't walk, bike, or drive distracted
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Don't speed off after being stopped, start back up slowly
Parents: talk to your teens
CREATING SAFER COMMUNITIES STARTS WITH PARENTS. TALK TO YOUR TEENS ABOUT YOUR EXPECTATIONS FOR SAFE DRIVING!