There is something about summer mornings in southwestern Ohio that is almost awe-inspiring. The cool morning air before the heat and humidity settles in invigorates your whole body as you watch the world wake up. However, you also realize that the days will start...
Hazards that city cyclists need to be aware of
You might find that biking is the easiest way get to and from work. In that case, you might need to know how to stay safe from city dangers. Knowing what to expect when riding your bike could save you from serious injuries: Watch for construction zones Construction...
Cincinnati takes aim at speeders to improve pedestrian safety
That early-spring air can be pretty enticing – but you may want to think twice about going for a stroll down the Cincinnati streets these days. Scofflaw drivers who race through residential and city streets alike are making life hazardous for folks on their feet. In...
Don’t count on pedestrian AEB systems to work at night
Among the most-welcome safety features available in many new vehicles are automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems that can detect pedestrians ahead and warn the driver. If the driver doesn’t apply the brakes, the system does. Unlike traditional AEB systems that are...
Focusing on bicycle safety to help avoid car accidents, injuries
Our readers in Ohio and Kentucky may have had the opportunity to get outdoors this summer and ride their bicycles, perhaps in the city or even on mountain bike trails. As much fun as that might be, bicyclists need to be aware of the dangers around them, especially...
Northern Kentucky pedestrian accident leaves one person dead
When a loved one is involved in an accident it is often a serious and traumatic situation for everyone involved. An accident can cause unexpected financial stress and emotional trauma. If a person is injured in an accident due to no fault of their own, they may be...
Why is the number of pedestrian accidents on the rise?
If you were to casually glance at traffic statistics, you might think that pedestrian deaths were down. In 2019, there were 128 pedestrian deaths in Ohio. That number represents five fewer deaths than in 2018 when 133 pedestrians died. However, when you look back a...
Child hit by Metro Bus in Cincinnati, Ohio
A young child was hospitalized Tuesday morning after being hit by a Metro bus in Cincinnati, Ohio. The boy, still unidentified, was hit near the intersection of Winneste and Craft around 7:30 a.m. Police believe that the boy ran out from behind a car to follow his...
Cyclist hit by truck in Sandusky, Ohio
A 14-year old tenn cyclist suffered severe injuries this past Sunday afternoon after colliding with a Ford F-150. The truck attempted to pass the teen cyclist as both were traveling westbound on Lockwood Road in Sandusky Ohio. The teen turned his bicycle in front of...
More awareness needed to prevent distracted pedestrian accidents
The number of pedestrian accidents has increased during the last few years. Many safety advocates blame the constant use of cellphones and other electronic devices that many pedestrians use while walking near traffic or across the street.Pedestrian accidents caused by...