Teach Your Children Well
Did you know that Florida has the most cycling accidents in the country and that Miami-Dade County ranks first? In 2020, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles notes there were 5,082 reported bicycle crashes, despite vehicle traffic having decreased by approximately 40%.
127 of those 2020 bicycle accidents were fatal. One of those lives lost was a teenager from our area who was struck and killed last August while crossing the street.
Bicycle safety, proper cycling etiquette and how to avoid being a statistic is something everyone who bicycles should learn - especially children. Let's keep our kids safe. Sign your child up today for Sunday's Bicycle Safety Rodeo and then join Chief Diaz and other officers on a ride around the neighborhood. Free to children aged 6-12. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Full details and registration at TinyURL.com/bhipd-app
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