The dark season increases the risk of accidents, especially for pedestrians and cyclists. Dark clothing or poor bicycle lighting can be the cause of serious traffic accidents. The police give tips:

 

The dark season increases the risk of accidents, especially for pedestrians and cyclists. Dark clothing or poor bicycle lighting can be the cause of serious traffic accidents. The police give “The options include, among others, reflective jackets and caps, luminous reflective vest, reflective tapes or reflective buttons that can be attached to backpacks, bags or clothing,” it says in the press release of the police. Especially elderly people, who are no longer as mobile as younger and may rely on walking aids, should be easily visible to other road users. As a tip, the police call bright clothes and reflectors. “Maybe these items would be a good Christmas present for older relatives,” the police write.

 

Cyclists should also pay attention to lighting

In addition, functioning lighting on bicycles is not only required by law but also essential to be better perceived in the dark by other road users. “Bicycle helmets increase the safety of cyclists many times over, even if they are not required by law. Parents should make sure that their children are always well visible on the road”, it concludes.