More and more accidents involving cyclists

According to preliminary police data this year alone, there were 1,101 traffic accidents involving cyclists, in which, unfortunately, 55 cyclists were killed and 1,002 injured. The organizers of the #TimelySafeBike campaign appeal for increased attention on the roads and compliance with the rules so that many unpleasant incidents can be avoided. 

Modern and comfortable bicycle roads, built in many places in Poland, encourage bicycle travel. Routes stretching continuously for dozens of kilometers offer unforgettable experiences and quick and safe trips. "Happiness hormone" can be produced for oneself easily and quickly, whether winding through the city or choosing suburban areas. The latter does present a challenge to the legs and the rest of the body, but they usually give far more pleasure. "Usually" because summer is ... a dangerous time for cyclists.  

To cycle safely on the road, we must start with the basics. First and foremost, we should familiarize ourselves with traffic regulations and, therefore, the Road Traffic Law, which, among other things, defines traffic rules on public roads, in residential and traffic zones, and adhere to them. It is worth making cyclists aware that, according to the law, they are vehicle drivers, which means they have both their rights and duties. According to preliminary data, from the beginning of the year to the end of May, cyclists caused 349 accidents in which 24 people were killed. This is a significant increase compared to this period last year – when 275 such incidents were recorded, and 25 people died. 

(WBJ)