No, it’s not something from the Jetsons. It’s an new idea developed to protect both pedestrians and drivers in crosswalk areas. A lighted overhead crosswalk illuminates pedestrians below while giving drivers advanced warning to slow down.
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The new concept of overhead crosswalk lights, combined with more traditional Crosswalk Safety Signs will help to make dangerous crosswalks safer for drivers and pedestrians alike.
