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RAA is reminding road users to prioritise safety this Fringe season, with pedestrian and e-scooter activity set to spike in the CBD.
Between 2019-2023, 70 pedestrians lost their lives and 1,226 were injured on SA roads – meaning one in every seven road deaths was a pedestrian.
Further, there were at least 103 e-scooter crashes that resulted in someone being injured during this period, with March being the worst month of the year for e-scooter crashes.
RAA is urging anyone walking to and from events in the city to use designated crossings where available, as it is an offence not to do so if there is one within 20 metres.
Pedestrians are also reminded put their phones away when crossing the road for their own safety. Walking distracted could even cost you a $57 fine plus $102 VOC levy if you obstruct another driver, rider or pedestrian.
Key road rules for pedestrians include:
RAA is also reminding Fringe-goers that only Beam or Neuron e-scooters available for public hire are currently allowed to be ridden on public roads as part of the ongoing trials.
For the current e-scooter trials:
RAA Senior Manager Road Safety Charles Mountain said roads and footpaths would be busier than usual – especially on weekends.
“Adelaide is always buzzing at this time of year and it’s a great vibe in the city,” Mr Mountain said.
“With the large increase in vulnerable road users such as pedestrians and e-scooter riders around our roads, we all need to be safe and adhere to the relevant road rules.
“If you’re crossing the street, use a designated crossing – or if there’s not one close by, choose a location where you can see and be seen by other traffic.
“Several of our city crossings have countdown timers which help you make a judgment call about whether you can make it across the road safely.
“If you’re riding an e-scooter, be aware of other footpath users, always wear a helmet and remember it’s an offence to ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
“Some roads will be closed to traffic, so if you plan to drive in or drop people off check road closures and agree on a safe and legal place for the drop-off and pick-up of passengers.”