Flashing Pedestrian Signs - Leigh St. and Center/Lower Center Streets

The Town of Clinton Police Department announces the installation of a new set of "Flashing Pedestrian Signs" at the intersection of Leigh Street and Center/Lower Streets.  The new lights will provide another level of visibility to pedestrians crossing at this high-volume intersection.  

Once the button is pressed, bright, yellow LED bars will flash to provide a visual indication to all oncoming traffic that there is a pedestrian crossing.  

Tips for pedestrians

Be as visible as possible

• One of the most frequent causes of pedestrian crashes is a lack of visibility, especially at dusk or dawn.
• People can use flashlights on their phones and wear bright colors or athletic clothing that has reflective material on it.

Always use crosswalks when available

• If the crosswalk has a walk signal, make sure to use that button to stop traffic. The same is true for the flashing crosswalks.
• When there is not a crosswalk available, find a well-lit area and wait for a gap in traffic that gives you enough time to cross safely. Continue to watch traffic as you cross.

Make eye contact with drivers

• Pedestrians should not assume that a driver can see them, even if the flashing lights are activated. Making eye contact with the driver helps ensure that they have seen you walking.
• Make sure that both lanes of traffic have stopped.

Tips for drivers

You must stop at crosswalks when a pedestrian is crossing.

• Wait until the pedestrian has completely crossed the street before proceeding.
• Stay alert and drive slowly; especially in areas with heavy foot traffic like downtown.

Do not pass a car in the crosswalk

• If a car is stopped, do not immediately pass. It may be stopped at a crosswalk, waiting for people to go across the street.
• Be on the lookout for pedestrians
• Even when not at crosswalks, be aware that people may be walking in low-lit areas. Drivers should be extra cautious when visibility is lower at dusk and dawn.