TxDOT's Pedestrian Safety Campaign During October Awareness Month

Rising Pedestrian Crashes in Texas

• ⚠️ The number of pedestrian crashes is on the rise across the state of Texas.
• 💔 Last year, nearly 800 people were killed in traffic crashes while walking in Texas.
• 📈 In Dallas-Fort Worth alone in 2024, there were close to 1,500 pedestrian crashes, resulting in around 200 deaths and over 380 serious injuries.

Key Factors in Pedestrian Incidents

• 🚦 Common factors include drivers not yielding at intersections.
• 💨 Speeding and distracted driving are significant contributors.
• 😵 Walking or driving under the influence also plays a role.

TxDOT's Awareness Campaign

• 🗓️ October is designated as Pedestrian Safety Awareness Month.
• 🚶‍♀️ TxDOT is launching a statewide effort, including 'walking billboards' in high-traffic areas, to raise awareness.
• 📣 The campaign's message is to remind everyone to be safe and drive smart.

Safety Recommendations for All

• 🚶 For pedestrians: Cross only in crosswalks, make eye contact with drivers, and wear bright clothing.
• 🚗 For drivers: Slow down, stay off your phone, and remember that we all share the road.
• 🤝 The goal is to prevent crashes and save lives by encouraging mutual awareness and adherence to traffic laws.