Harborview Injury Prevention and Research Center studies report show pedestrian injuries are most common among 5-9 year old children.
Few victims escape head injury or death.
In Seattle a combined effort by Seattle Transportation and the Police Department is being implemented during the first weeks of the school year to make motorists aware of their driving habits and speeds, particularly in or near school zones. The speed watch apparatus is a virtual message board similar to message signs on Interstate 5. The Police Department will monitor these targetted schools. Exercise the utmost caution especially during these first few weeks of school. Children walking to school for the first time are at your mercy.