Crofton Online: Safety of Parkway Walkers

A Reader Says: 'Precautions Can Save Lives'

I am one of the many "Parkway" walkers who takes advantage of the 3-mile course that is so conveniently close to home. I use the sidewalk, not the road, and I only walk in the daylight hours. I understand that some people would rather walk or run on the actual road surface before dawn and after dusk. I only ask that they wear white- or light-colored clothing. I leave for work at 6:30 AM every morning and continually see walkers and joggers in the roadway who are dressed as dark as the night. At least a few of the early or late walkers/joggers use the reflective strips on their clothing or shoes, but those who don't are taking a huge risk in being struck by a car or school bus. If these walkers/joggers are taking the extra precaution of walking/running on the road during dark hours, how about taking one more precaution and wearing white- or light-colored clothing? It could save their lives.

Jennifer Patrizio
Crofton Resident


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