Walking is becoming more hazardous, with the spread of smart-phones. And it’s not just because drivers are distracted.
Pedestrians who are texting or reading messages are four times more likely to do something dangerous than other pedestrians, according to researchers who looked at 20 of Seattle’s busiest intersections.
Have you ever been tempted to respond to a text message while you’re behind the wheel?
Texting while driving is illegal in Washington state, but the practice is common enough that the state plans to launch a full scale campaign against it along the lines of the “Click it or Ticket” campaign that promotes seat belt use.
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