Summer Safety


The days of summer will soon be upon us. It’s a time of increased outdoor and recreational activity. Summer also brings with it more chances for cuts, scrapes, insect bites and the likes.

Traveling by bicycle – safety first! Every year the number of bicycling head injuries requiring hospitalization exceeds the total of all the head injury cases related to baseball, football, skateboards, scooters, horseback riding, snowboarding, ice hockey, in-line skating, and lacrosse. Bike riders are encouraged to not only wear a well-fitting helmet but should also wear the proper clothing.

Bright-colored clothing is encouraged along with light-reflecting tape or markings. Cyclists need to routinely check their bikes ’brakes and their tire pressure. A warning bell or horn is also essential.   

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