Courtesy ICBC

By Wendy Perch

ICBC Pedestrian Injuries

ICBC urges caution as pedestrian injuries nearly double

Oct 17, 2019 | 4:34 AM

NORTH VANCOUVER–Almost double the number of pedestrians are injured in crashes from October to January.

That’s why today, ICBC and police are launching a pedestrian safety campaign to urge pedestrians and drivers to stay safe as crashes with pedestrians spike at this time of year.

Drivers are urged to take extra time to look for pedestrians, avoid distractions and be ready to yield. Pedestrians can help by making themselves visible, making eye contact and using designated crosswalks.

This year’s campaign features online advertising that reminds drivers: you see pedestrians when you really look for them.

Stats show in North Central B.C. every year, on average, 87 crashes involve a pedestrian. Province-wide 1,200 pedestrians are injured in crashes between October and January, compared to 670 pedestrians between May and August.

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