Back-to-School Safety

School has started back up in here in the State College District. The Ferguson Township Police Department would like to remind our residents of rules to follow when around school buses and schools. 

Students are also exposed to traffic while waiting for buses or walking to the bus stop or school. Motorists are reminded to be cautious and alert when approaching a school bus stop and to stop for pedestrians in crosswalks.

In addition to watching for school buses, motorists should be alert in school zones, which become hubs of vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Motorists are required to slow down to the posted speed limit of 15 mph in school zones.

In Pennsylvania, it is illegal to pass a school bus when its red lights are flashing and stop arm is extended. Offenders who are caught face a serious charge: a $250 fine, 5 points on your driving record, and a 60 day license suspension. Here are a couple of rules to follow developed by PennDOT:

Learn more about safe driving at www.penndot.gov/safety