Senior woman overtakes bus in traffic jam - that brings her in real danger!

Senior woman overtakes bus in traffic jam - that brings her in real danger!

Neubrandenburg, Deutschland - An extremely explosive incident occurred on June 2 in Neubrandenburg: A 75-year-old lady almost caused a serious traffic accident when she tried to overtake a bus on Salvador-Allendenstrasse. Her urge to hurried to the toilet led to a risky maneuver that put both you and the passengers of the bus in danger. This situation not only makes it clear how unpredictable traffic can be, but also raises questions about the safety of older vehicle inmates. The bus driver reacted with a "huge hup maneuver" and had to slow down to avoid worse things, such as the Nordkurier reports.

The person concerned, visibly shaken by the incident, wrote an apology letter to the editorial office, in which she regretted her "careless overtaking maneuver" and thanked the bus driver for his quick action. Such incidents are not an isolated case and make it clear that senior citizens are particularly at risk as unprotected road users. According to the Federal Ministry of Transport in 2023 were over 59% of the deadly crashed cycling and pedestrian at least 65 years old. These numbers underline the need for better information about traffic safety in old age.

traffic safety for senior citizens

The endangerment of older road users is reinforced by changes in cognitive and motor skills in old age. It is therefore important that older drivers self -critically check their suitability for driving. The ADAC indicates that age-related performance losses can occur and older people often avoid risks. However, you should not shy away from the challenges of road traffic. A regular "driving fitness check" could help to evaluate your own driving behavior and, if necessary, optimize it.

The ADAC also recommends that older road users should use voluntary medical examinations, in particular vision. Important health factors are crucial for accident -free participation in road traffic. And even if only a small part of the traffic accidents are caused by seniors, it remains essential that younger road users act and considerably take care of older people. After all, the motto is "remain mobile, but safe!"

measures to improve traffic safety

Initiatives such as the traffic safety days of the German traffic watch offer information on new rules and special workshops to improve traffic safety for seniors. These events are free of charge for the participants and without registration. In addition, there are targeted campaigns that sensitize younger age groups to the challenges with which older road users are confronted. The campaign "I feel young. I only need longer" should strengthen awareness of this important aspect and invites you to stay careful.