Safety Tips when Walking on a Road or Highway

Recently, a story appeared on the news about a 22-year-old man who lost his life when hit by a semi-truck driver while he was walking early in the morning when it was still dark outside.

What is it now a days with people walking on roads or highways. They are either walking right on the road or highway, and not walking on the gravel or pavement where cars can pull over. I know it is hard to walk on gravel, so if you have to walk on gravel, only do so when a car is not coming. This will prevent you from getting sore feet or twisting and ankle. As for walking on the highway or interstate most of the emergency pull over areas are paved or black topped. I find it most helpful if walking on a highway to walk against traffic. That way you and the vehicle both can see each other. Also if you have to be on the road or highway/interstate. Wear light clothes especially at night with something that is reflective, such as reflective tape on your sleeves, legs, shoes, your top, etc. Make yourself as noticeable to oncoming traffic.

I don't know how many times I have been driving on the highway or interstate and saw someone at the last second who was wearing dark clothing. It is fine during the day but, at night an oncoming vehicle can not see you. If your car broke down and you need to be on the highway, make sure you have packed light reflective clothing (for not only you, but other members of the family if you have one) in the trunk of your car and also carry a flashlight. These are all things that can help save your life. If you have a cell phone, call for help and stay in your car, unless there is a chance of a fire with your engine. Make sure you have your flashers on and now a days keep your doors locked and windows closed. Do not open your window or doors to just anyone. If you don't feel you can trust the person that stopped to help, do not open your window or door, just show them that you have a cell phone and help is on the way. Thank them and leave it at that.