"Wear Reflective Vests" City Asks Beachwood Residents

BEACHWOOD, OH — Anyone planning on walking or cycling through Beachwood is being asked by city officials to don reflective gear, particularly as winter approaches. In a blog post on the city website, pedestrians were also asked to use the sidewalks whenever possible.

"Your safety is one of our primary concerns, so we are asking that you please add reflective items – vests, bands, belts, and similar items – to your clothing when walking in the early morning and evenings," the city said on its website.

The city also said the Service Department will make every effort to keep sidewalks clear of snow and ice during harsh winter storms. (To stay up to date on local stories, subscribe to the Patch Beachwood newsletter. As news breaks and the story develops, you will be the first to receive updates from Patch.)

When residents do walk in the street, they're being asked to walk in the direction facing traffic and to walk single-file if they're in a group.

Read more about the city's winter safety tips by clicking here.

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