I used to be dismayed to examine mounting casualties on Washington state roads within the editorial “Lawmakers must intervene to reduce deaths on roads” [Dec. 22, Opinion].
Authorities in any respect ranges has a task to play in making our roads safer. Nonetheless, I want to handle the non-public sector. The editorial didn’t point out the problem of the Northwest having lengthy darkish hours throughout late fall and winter. Moreover, Northwesterners costume in darkish garments nearly on a regular basis. Many instances I’ve stopped for a pedestrian at night time as a result of I discover their white pores and skin. Persons are invisible on the crosswalks.
One treatment could also be for our skilled sport groups to sponsor reflective security vests for our youngsters. These could possibly be distributed totally free by way of our colleges. Vests for adults could possibly be offered in supermarkets and pharmacies. I put on a security vest rather a lot. I hope others will, too.
John Martinez, Seattle
