October Safety & Enforcement Focus
This October, we’re focusing on three fall safety priorities: pedestrian visibility and right-of-way, wildlife on our roads, and driver fatigue. Alberta’s Traffic Safety Plan emphasizes safer drivers, vehicles, and roads through education, innovation, and enforcement—small choices that add up to fewer collisions and safer communities.
Pedestrian safety Shorter days mean lower visibility. If you’re walking, use marked crossings where possible, make eye contact with drivers, and wait for vehicles to stop before you step out. Be bright—reflective clothing or a light helps you be seen. Drivers: slow down near crosswalks and intersections and be prepared to yield. Everyone shares responsibility to see and be seen.
Wildlife on the road Fall is peak movement time for deer, elk, and moose. Reduce speed at dawn, dusk, and night; scan the road and ditches; and use high beams when safe. Obey wildlife warning signs and be ready to brake—animals can be unpredictable and travel in groups. If you see wildlife on or near the road, slow down and pass with caution.
Driver fatigue Driving tired is impaired driving. Being awake 17–19 hours can affect you like a 0.05% blood-alcohol level—slower reactions, drifting, and missed hazards. Plan rest, share the drive, and pull over if you feel drowsy. If you’re too tired, don’t drive.
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