Pickaway County Safe Communities

August was the second-deadliest month for motorcyclists in 2023.

When you're out for a ride:
🏍️ Obey the speed limit
🏍️ Follow the rules of the road
🏍️ Ride sober

Drivers — stay alert and watch for motorcycles.

When the stop arm extends and the lights are flashing, that means the bus has stopped and children are getting on or off. You must stop and wait until the red lights stop flashing, the stop arm is withdrawn, and the bus begins moving.

Staying alert behind the wheel can save lives. Even a quick glance at your phone can lead to serious consequences.

Take a moment to review these smart habits for staying focused on the road. Your safety—and everyone else's—depends on it. 🚘📵

Back to the basics:

Red light? STOP!

"Well, what if it's flashing?"
Then you treat it like a 4-way stop. Key word being 'stop'

Aggressive driving not only affects the speeder — it also affects other drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists.

Use these tips to deal with any encounters you may face on the road. ⤵️

Ohio is making progress in reducing distracted driving, but we need everyone to commit to being safe on our roadways. Drivers must put their phones down, or let a passenger use phone apps.

When there’s a red flashing light and a gate that’s down, a train is coming. Know the signs and signals — they could save your life.

An average of 24 tow providers are struck and killed while working at the roadside each year – meaning someone in this line of work is killed, on average, every other week. When you see these scenes, please slow down, & give them space to work safely.

A vehicle is stolen every 37 SECONDS in the U.S. 🚗⏱️ Do what you can to prevent vehicle theft from happening to you. ⤵️

Severe weather can create hazardous road conditions. ⛈️ If you find yourself driving on slick roads during a downpour, slow down and remember the basics. ⤵️

If you come across high water, Turn Around, Don't Drown!