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Upcoming Time Shift Should Raise Concerns About Safe Driving During Twilight Hours


Posted on Nov 02, 2011

As the year marches forward, the signs of fall have begun to show in north central Florida. Unlike in other regions of the United States, in Florida the new season does not signify the imminent arrival of the cold and frost of winter weather. However, on November 6th there will be a seasonal event that is experienced everywhere in the United States-with the small exceptions of Hawaii and Arizona, of course. This event is Daylight Savings time.

 

This November 6th clocks will be set back a hour. This, combined with the natural arrival of the winter season, will mean shorter days and darker evenings. While most people may only worry about forgetting to set their clock back and arriving at work an hour too soon, this November 7th you should also be concerned about school bus safety.

 

Although this suggestion may seem out of place or surprising, in a recent article on school bus safety the Department of Motor Vehicles reminded motorists that once Eastern Daylight Time begins many students will be exiting their school buses after dark. Most drivers are already accustomed to the decreased visibility and heightened awareness needed when driving during night and twilight hours. However, with Eastern Daylight Time it can be easy to forget that you should also be on the lookout for school bus crossings and young pedestrians. Even if it is dark out, it is important to remember that it may only seem like a late hour, and that many children are still on their way home from school.

 

In addition to showing more caution and care while driving, parents should also make their children aware of the added risk in coming home during twilight or dark. Parents can remind children that when they are entering or exiting the bus, they should always wait for the bus to extend the Stop arm, look both ways before entering the street, and avoid running erratically to and from the bus.


For more information, please see:

The Basics of School Bus Safety for Both Drivers and Students

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