With school in session, there will be significantly more traffic. Pedestrians, bicyclists, buses and parents all contribute to school zone congestion. Most schools in York County   are faced with traffic issues such as double parking, speeding, unsafe U-turns, aggressive driving and more. To help minimize this problem, the York County Sheriff’s Office will increase patrols in these areas during the first two weeks to help make the roadways safer for the traveling public.

Motorists should exercise a heightened awareness in and around a school zone. Potential hazards are much easier to perceive when driving at or below the school zone speed limit. Special attention must also be paid to buses displaying flashing red lights when on an undivided two-lane roadway. Follow these simple suggestions to help make school zones safer for everyone:

Don’t speed. Don’t impede traffic by dropping children off in the middle of the street. Don’t double park. Don’t block intersections or driveways if you park your vehicle. Don’t make U-turns. Always make sure that your children are wearing seatbelts when transporting them to and from school. Allow plenty of time for travel.