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AVOID AGGRESSIVE DRIVING & ROAD RAGE
Aggressive driving – intentional, dangerous behavior that jeopardizes the safety of motorists and pedestrians – is a serious problem on America’s roads and highways. It’s a factor in up to 56 percent of fatal crashes, according to data from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. Less common – but far more dangerous – is road rage, deliberate, uncon- trolled anger that leads to violence or the threat of violence on the roads.
A frightening element of both aggressive driv- ing and road rage is that they’re unpredictable, can be ignited quickly, and can occur at any time. In addition, numerous studies indicate that we are all capable of acting out our anger when we’re behind the wheel, no matter our age, gender or how con- siderate we might be in other circumstances. While aggressive driving is dangerous and often violates traffic laws, road rage is a crime. Consequences can include suspension or revocation of your driver’s license, and even jail time.
AVOIDING ROAD RAGE
So, what can we do to avoid road rage in others or in ourselves? When motorists were surveyed, they consistently identified the following situations as ones that would anger and provoke them. Steer clear of these types of situations:
Cutting people off. When you merge into traffic, use your turn signal and make sure you have plenty of room to enter traffic without cutting someone off. If you accidentally do cut someone off, try to apologize with an appropriate gesture such as a hand wave.
Driving slowly in the left lane. Even if you’re driving the speed limit, if you’re in the left lane and someone wants to pass, be courteous – move
over and let them by so you don’t anger drivers behind you.
Tailgating. Drivers can really get angry when another car follows them too closely, so allow adequate room for the car in front of you.
Making obscene or provocative gestures. Never flip off another driver. Almost nothing
makes other drivers angrier than an ob- scene gesture. Even shaking your head may anger some drivers. So be cautious and courteous – signal every time you merge or change lanes, as well as when you turn.
AGGRESSIVE DRIVERS – DO’S AND DON’TS
If you do encounter an aggressive driver, what should you do and not do?
• Don’t engage in any aggressive behavior. Prevent
a potential incident or crash by refusing to play
into their anger.
• If another driver tries to pick a fight, steer clear
and give them lots of room.
• Do not, under any circumstances, pull off to the side
of the road and try to settle things face to face.
• If an angry motorist tries to get your attention, avoid
making eye contact. Engaging with him or her
could turn an impersonal encounter into a duel.
• If you think another driver is following you or trying
to pick a fight, call the police on your cell phone. • Drive to a place where there are lots of people, such
as a police or fire station, convenience store or shopping center, etc. This will often discourage the would-be aggressor from following you.
• If an angry driver blocks your progress and approaches your car on foot, lock the doors, remain inside the vehicle and call 911 for help.
For additional information on how to avoid offending other drivers, manage your own aggression and disengage from an angry encounter, visit aaafoundation.org/aggressive-driving.
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LEHIGH VALLEY EVENTS
SUMMER 2019
MAY 31 - JUNE 2, 2019 (12:00 pm to 4:00 pm)
LEHIGH VALLEY FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
Sands Bethlehem Event Center
77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem, PA 18020
Entering its ninth year, the Lehigh Valley Food & Wine Festival has grown from its humble beginnings as a one-day tented event to a full weekend experience. The largest event of its kind in the region, the Festival showcases cuisine from the area’s top restaurants and wine from around the world to approximately 3,000 guests over two days.
Hosted by Northampton Community College and the Sands Bethlehem, the Festival began in 2010 as a way to provide hands-on experience to Northampton’s Culinary and Hospitality Management students, raise money for the NCC Foundation, and celebrate the tantalizing dining experiences available in the Lehigh Valley. www.lehighvalleyfoodandwine.com
JULY 13, 2019 (11:00 am to 6:00 pm)
VEGFEST – VEGAN FOOD & STREET FESTIVAL
Daniel Rice Field
100 W. Lehigh St., Bethlehem, PA 18017
Bethlehem VegFest boasts one of the top festivals of it’s kind! Join us for our 9th Annual Bethlehem VegFest on Saturday, July 13, 2019!
VegFest celebrates the growing vegan culture and
sustainable living practices throughout Bethlehem and the Lehigh Valley. Our festival includes cooking demonstrations, renowned speakers, live music, as well as over 60+ food, small business, and craft vendors from up and down the east coast. Bethlehem VegFest 2018 was a great success! 6,000+ people made their way through the festival, sampling local produce, taste-testing vegan cuisine, enjoying live music or even practicing some yoga.
AUGUST 24 - 25, 2019 (9:00 am to 3:00 pm)
THE GREAT POCONO RACEWAY AIRSHOW
Pocono Raceway
1234 Long Pond Rd., Long Pond, PA 18334
“The Great Pocono Raceway Air Show”will include approximately four hours of aerobatic entertainment and reenactments on both show dates. There will also be entertainment for all ages with multiple displays and vendors in Fan Fair, kid-friendly activities and play areas, helicopter rides, exotic car rides and more. Additional performers, reenactors, displays and entertainment will be announced leading up to next year’s events.
Several acts will be at eye level to those in the Grandstand. It does not matter if you are young or old, the Air Show will be one of the most memorable experiences of 2019.
Tickets start at $15 for adults, $7.50 for ages seven through 12 and free for children ages six and under. www.poconoraceway.com
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