Mr. Phillip Skoog’s letter published in the March 6 edition of the Kirkland Reporter presents a very comprehensive and compelling argument for recognition by the motoring public that visibility is severely diminished when driving at night, putting pedestrians at increased risk.

Unfortunately, he fails to mention the need for pedestrians to also recognize this problem and to take appropriate measures to avoid putting themselves in harm’s way.

Simple measures such as wearing light-colored clothing, avoid wearing “hoodies” (which severely impairs peripheral vision), removing ear buds (which prevent one from hearing an approaching vehicle) and simply being alert and aware of nearby traffic.

Being in a crosswalk may give you the right-of-way; but, that is little consolation when you are lying in a hospital after being struck by a vehicle because the driver did not see you.

Mike Main, Kirkland