Fall is here, so keep these seasonal travel tips near

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Fall is a time we can all enjoy, from hot bowls of soup to cozy sweaters to getting out those spooky Halloween decorations. It’s also when the weather changes and you can expect to see shorter days with less daylight, increased rain, and leaves falling across the city. As the seasons change, we’ve assembled a few tips for you to keep in mind throughout the fall.

Safe travel near schools

• Check out our back to school blog post for everything you should know with kids back in session. Remember, the speed limit is 20 miles per hour when school zone yellow flashing lights are active and whenever children are present around schools.
• If your child is enrolled in the Seattle Preschool Program, income-eligible families receive a free ORCA card thanks to Seattle Transit Measure funding.
• Did you know October is Walk, Bike, and Roll to School Month? Check out Seattle Public Schools’ website for all the details. You can also visit our Safe Routes to School website to learn about how you can get involved with things walking and biking packages, or participating in a bike bus group in your neighborhood.

Staying alert in darker, rainier conditions

• Shorter days and rain mean visibility drops. Watch out for people walking, rolling, scooting, and biking.
• Wet streets take longer to stop on. Follow the speed limit, drive with care, and look out for others so everyone gets to where they’re going safely.
• You can find a few important tips here, including ways to see and be seen, pay attention when traveling, and travel at safe speeds.

Help clear the leaves

• In autumn, we all need to do our part to keep sidewalks, planting strips, and gutters clear where we live or own a business.
• This is important because keeping sidewalks clear of fallen leaves and overgrown vegetation makes it easier for everyone to get around, while reducing slipping risks when the sidewalk gets wet or even frozen.
• You can read more here about what’s required and find links to more guidance.

Consider taking transit

• If you don’t feel like sitting in traffic or searching for parking, we’ve got a website dedicated to helping you find all your travel options.
• That’s right, it’s FlipYourTrip.org. Sal, our official SpokesSalmon will guide you to everything you need to get around the city.
• Thinking about cheering on the Mariners in their exciting postseason run, rooting for the Seahawks in the new season, sporting your Sounders or Reign FC scarf, or barking for the Dawgs this fall? Look no further than Flip Your Trip to get to the game.
• Transit is a great option, particularly on game days so you can avoid getting stuck on crowded streets. Biking, scooting, walking, and rolling your way to the stadium are tried and true ways to go. Just remember to bring your ORCA card and a helmet before you head out the door!

With these tips in mind, we can all take care of each other and get where we’re going safe and sound, especially this fall. Thank you, and we’ll see you out there.