Zebra-Strip emergency: Pedestrians urgently demand protection paths!

Zebra-Strip emergency: Pedestrians urgently demand protection paths!

The busy street B63A, which is a risk for pedestrians, runs between the EO and Eo-Park shopping centers in Burgenland. Passers are now calling for a crosswalk to make the road crossing safer. Bella Janecek from Rechnitz and Manfred Piringer from Bernstein are concerned about the possible hazard, even if both usually feel safe. "It's stupid that there is no zebra crossing here," says Janecek. These opinions reflect the need for citizens to introduce protective measures for pedestrians, especially in heavily frequented areas, such as burgenland.orf.at reported .

The protection path as an important security measure

A protection path, also known as the zebra crossing, is a floor marking that should offer pedestrians when crossing the road. Drivers are obliged to be ready to brake in front of this area in order to enable pedestrians to cross. Unfortunately, the protection path in practice is often not as effective as it should be. Many drivers do not hold or overlook him, which endangers security, especially children and the elderly. This situation is particularly worrying near schools, where children often have to cross the street, such as Wissenswertes.at explains .

The management of the EO shopping center is now checking the opportunity to have a crosswalk requested. "It was originally decided that there is no need," says center manager Margit Portschy. State Councilor Heinrich Dorner assures that the situation will be observed and improvements if necessary. These developments could be crucial for the safety of pedestrians on this dangerous traffic artery and the pressure from residents could soon lead to specific measures.