Department of Transportation will be installing pedestrian countdown signals all along the Ocean Parkway, we learn from Brad Lander' soffice:
The clocks count down the number of seconds remaining before the flashing hand on a pedestrian crossing sign turns solid red and the traffic light changes.
"[These clocks] make it so much easier for seniors, for families, for kids, especially for pedestrians, but also for cyclists and drivers to know how much time they have, and to make smart decisions and stay safe," said City Councilman Brad Lander. "We really believe it's going to save lives."
Last year, pedestrians made up for more than half of the traffic fatalities in the five boroughs.
Click here for a map of installation locations.