Around Media, double parking and improperly stopped delivery vehicles create significant hazards on our streets, even when the stoppage lasts only a moment!
These vehicles block travel lanes, force sudden merges, and disrupt the predictable flow of traffic. In busy areas, such as State Street, a single double-parked car can trigger backups that frustrates drivers and increases the risk of rear-end collisions and sideswipes. How many times, have you had a close call?
The most serious danger is the reduction of visibility. When vehicles obstruct lanes, drivers are forced to navigate around blind spots, that may hide oncoming traffic, cyclists, or pedestrians. Children crossing the street are especially vulnerable, as they may not realize how non-visible they become when stepping into the roadway between large vehicles. Double-parking and Deliveries caused by Amazon, FedEx, UPS delivery trucks and SEPTA vehicles also endanger pedestrians who must navigate around them, often stepping into active lanes to pass.
These risks can be avoided when drivers, businesses, and delivery services commit to safer practices. Using designated loading zones, scheduling deliveries during less congested times, and choosing legal parking options—even when it requires an extra minute—helps keep sightlines clear and traffic flow safely.
PLEASE BE CAREFUL, TAKE YOUR TIME AND KEEP OUR STREETS SAFE!
