Why Nevada Kids Need To Be Extra Careful On Halloween
Locals know that Las Vegas drivers are among the worst in America. Sometimes it seems there’s nothing but inconsiderate and unaware people behind the wheel on our roads. So when our younger citizens are out trick-or-treating this year, they need to be extra careful. In fact, a new study just revealed that Nevada kids are among the most likely in the country to be hit by a car on Halloween.
Parents Of Nevada Kids Need To Be Vigilant On Halloween
A study recently conducted by personal injury lawyers at Ladah Law Firm reported that Halloween is already a day when children, nationwide, are twice as likely to be hit by a car. They also broke down which states in the country are where kids are even more vulnerable on Halloween. And Nevada landed in the top five.
For the study, the experts collected data from the Governors Highway Safety Association on pedestrian traffic fatalities by state in 2023. Then they calculated the data per capita in order to find the number of pedestrian traffic fatalities per 100,000 residents by state.
What the experts found was that Nevada kids are actually the fourth most likely to get hit by a car on Halloween. The study results showed that the Silver State had a reported 109 pedestrian fatalities in 2023. Sadly, this is no surprise to those who live in Nevada. Considering local drivers have issues with speeding, as reported by News3LV as recently as just a few days ago. Running red lights is also a huge problem in town. Especially just after the light has turned red.
What Parents Can Do To Keep Their Kids Safe On Halloween
First and foremost, parents of Nevada kids need to remind their children that a crosswalk doesn’t always mean they’re safe to walk. It should mean that, but that’s not the reality in our state. It’s essential that all pedestrians stay cautious even when in a crosswalk. This means staying off phones, looking both ways, and keeping a watchful eye on oncoming traffic. This goes tenfold for kids who might be dressed in dark- colored costumes at night.
Another sad truth about trick-or-treating in Southern Nevada is that even the sidewalks can be dangerous. If parents can’t be with their kids to trick-or-treat, it’s essential that older kids are sat down and talked to about pedestrian safety. Younger kids should always have a chaperone when trick-or-treating.
For drivers in Nevada, its important to remember that there will be a lot more people out on sidewalks and crosswalks on October 31. So go a little slower, pay a little more attention, and always make sure the crosswalks are clear. Let’s keep our Nevada kids safe this Halloween.
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