School's in; Watch Out

Fairfax County Police Department
Public Information Office
4100 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, Va. 22030
703-246-2253. TTY 703-204-2264. Fax 703-246-4253
FCPD-PIO@fairfaxcounty.gov
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News Release: 10/250/LHC
September 7, 2010

School’s in; Watch Out

Fairfax County Police urge motorists to be extra vigilant for pedestrians and bicyclists as county schools resume classes today. Residents may consider adding extra time to allow for increased congestion in and around school zones as motorists and students adjust to new fall schedules.

Commuters may notice officers in school zones and near bus stops helping to ensure safe loading and unloading of students. When bus lights and stop signs are activated, vehicles must stop in both directions, unless they are separated from the bus by a median. In 2009, officers issued 327 citations for motorists improperly passing school busses. Typically, these infractions occur during the 8 a.m. or the 3 p.m. hours. Officers also issued 1,633 summonses for speeding in school zones.

Traffic safety is a high priority of the Fairfax County Police Department. To learn more about Fairfax County traffic safety programs, contact Master Police Officer Allie Eggers at 703-280-0563.