On average, a pedestrian is injured in a traffic crash every 2.8 hours. Most pedestrian fatalities in 1999, 37.5 percent were killed while crossing streets other than at intersections. Each year, many children are injured or killed when they suddenly dart into the path of a car. Most preschoolers are injured near their home or on their own street. Most crashes involving preschool children happen between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Most crashes involving preschoolers occur in fair or warm weather.
Twice as many preschool boys are injured than preschool girls. Preschoolers should NOT be allowed to cross the street alone. Teach them who can help them cross the street safely. Teach by explaining. Explain to your child the safe way you cross a street.