Are You Ready For Back To School ??

Did you know that each year more than 56 million children travel from their homes to attend school by walking, biking, and taking the bus. Every driver must take precautions to account for increased traffic and dangers as children return to school. Roads will become congested during peak times, and school zones have become one of the leading causes of injuries and deaths for school-aged children. It is essential for drivers to practice safe driving habits when traveling near school zones to ensure You need to be on high alert during the time periods between 7-8 A.M. and 3-4 P.M. since these are typically the times when children are travel to and from school. Accident prevention requires all drivers to pay special attention when driving in or near school zones. Here are five of the most important points to remember when driving near schools or playgrounds this year! Be On The Lookout For School Zones Expect More Traffic In School Zones Reduce Driving Speeds In School Zones Watch Out For Pedestrian Crossings Stop For School Buses Car-Lotta reminds you to pay attention as you drive near school zones and be sure to follow the general rule of thumb is to yield and give pedestrians and buses the right of way at all times. If you stay alert and focused, you can keep yourself and everyone around you safe this school year!