Michigan School Bus Safety Fall Driving Facts!!
Not stopping for a local school bus when it’s lights are flashing
red can be more expensive this year. The Michigan legislature
has passed a law that doubles the fines for drivers who fail to
stop for school buses with flashing red lights during school
transportation times.
SCHOOL BUSES ARE LIKE TRAFFIC SIGNALS!!!
- Prepare to stop when a slowing school bus has its overhead yellow lights flashing.
- Stop at least 20 feet away for buses when red lights are flashing, unless driving in the opposite direction on a divided highway.
- Slow down in or near school and residential areas.
- Look for clues such as safety patrols, crossing guards, bicycles and playgrounds – that indicate children might be in the area.
- Watch for children between parked cars and other objects.
- Use additional caution in bad weather.
If we all pay attention and drive safely this year, our children will be safer.
School bus photo courtesy of looli on Flickr
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