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In a worrying series of incidents, darkness obviously played a dangerous role on our streets. Again and again there were accidents, especially on crosswalks that are intended as safe transitions for pedestrians. In the current situation, poor lighting and lack of visibility seem to be factors that promote these dangerous events.

These incidents not only affect the pedestrians concerned, but also drivers who may not be able to react in time. The uncertainty that dark and poorly illuminated zones bring with it urgently requires measures to ensure the safety of all road users.

increasing accidents on crosswalks

The number of accidents, as reports show, significantly highlights in dark areas, especially on crosswalks. The darkness not only reduces the view, but also easily overlooked other road users. Pedestrians who are on the farm are particularly at risk.

An example from last week illustrates the concern. A stranger hit a pedestrian on a zebra crossing that was not noticed in time. It was only lucky that the injuries were not more serious, but such incidents could go out much more dramatic.

Why darkness is a risk

The lack of sufficient light sources is a central problem. In poor lighting conditions, both vehicles and pedestrians have difficulty reacting in time. Not only the urban infrastructure is required here, but also a rethink among the citizens: more mindfulness in road traffic could already make a difference. Educational and sensitization campaigns could also help to raise awareness of the dangers.