UMaine, Orono police launch pedestrian safety campaign
The University of Maine is partnering with the Orono Police Department to launch Heads Up, a pedestrian and crosswalk safety campaign.
In 2015, the state experienced the highest number of pedestrian deaths in almost 20 years. On campus and in Orono, officials have received numerous complaints of “near misses” of pedestrians in crosswalks, as well as reports of drivers simply not stopping for pedestrians waiting to cross.
The goal of Heads Up is to raise awareness that drivers on campus and in Orono need to slow down and pay attention for pedestrians trying to cross in crosswalks. In addition, pedestrians are reminded of the need to use crosswalks and sidewalks where possible, avoid wearing dark clothing at night, and look both ways before crossing a road. When walking at night, reflective clothing and flashlights are recommended.
For more information on Heads Up, call the UMaine Division of Student Life, 581.1406.