What are the dangers of intersections?
What are the dangers of intersections?
Unfortunately intersections are extremely dangerous places for all motorists….Intersections: Busy, Dangerous Places
- Broken bones.
- Knee injuries.
- Neck and back injuries.
- Herniated disc injuries.
- Collarbone and shoulder injuries.
- Tibia and fibula fractures.
What would you do to reduce your risk at those intersections?
When approaching an intersection, cover the brake by lightly depressing the brake pedal to turn on the brake lights. This alerts the driver behind you that you may be braking and can help reduce the chances of getting rear ended.
What are the dangers of intersections and what should drivers look out for?
Always look to each side of your vehicle at intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings. At intersections: Look both ways even if other traffic has a red traffic signal light or a stop sign. Look to the left first, since vehicles coming from the left are closer to you than vehicles coming from the right.
What is the deadliest intersection?
7 Most Dangerous Intersections in the US
- Birmingham, Alabama. University Boulevard & 28th Street.
- Glendale, Arizona. 59th Avenue & Olive Avenue.
- Los Angeles, California. Devonshire Street & Reseda Boulevard.
- Honolulu, Hawaii. 1450 block of Ala Moana Blvd.
- Bensalem, Pennsylvania.
- Houston, Texas.
- Cheyenne, Wyoming.
What can an aggressive driver do?
If a person is ever pursued by an aggressive driver, he or she should ask someone in the car to call 911 or drive to a nearby police station. Trying to outrun an aggressive driver may result in an accident as well as put more innocent bystanders in harm’s way.
What is the best way to avoid accidents at intersections?
Tips for Preventing an Accident
- Always check for cars twice at a stop sign before pulling into an intersection.
- Beware of vehicles that may run the red light.
- Watch for pedestrians in the crosswalk before entering an intersection.
- Always signal appropriately.