JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas –
Across Joint Base San Antonio locations during newcomer’s local conditions briefs, newly arrived military and civilian members are instructed that the right of way for pedestrians must be yielded by motorists before entering crosswalks.
In accordance with the Texas Transportation Code Section 552.003, “Pedestrian Right-Of-Way At Crosswalk” (http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/Docs/TN/htm/TN.552.htm), pedestrians don’t have the right of way until they are in the intersection or a crosswalk of a roadway.
By following the safety tips listed below, you can protect yourself from becoming a victim of a motor vehicle/pedestrian accident:
• It is critical to look left, then right and then left again before entering a crosswalk
• Cross only at designated crossings. Entering traffic at a mid-block area or from between parked cars is dangerous.
• Never dart out into a crosswalk.
• Always make eye contact with the vehicle operator before stepping into a crosswalk even if it is well lit. A distracted driver will not see you.
(Source: 502nd Air Base Wing Safety Office)