Advice for Pedestrians

If your usual walk from your home, route to work or area is affected by snow and/or inclement weather, you'll find some useful information in this section.

Our Emergency Contact Numbers are as follows :
051-849862/849589, during office hours. 051-875555 outside office hours.
Advice for Pedestrians
  • Be very wary of black ice. It is very possible that a thin sheet of transparent ice is covering your pathway/route.
  • Walk slowly and carefully and ensure that you have the appropriate footwear for your walk.
  • Walk with your hands out of your pockets and wear gloves so you can break a fall if you slip.
  • Wear high visibility clothing or carry a torch.
  • Wear a heavy, bulky coat that will cushion you if you should fall.
  • Walk only on designated walkways/paths. Spreading your feet out slightly when walking increases your balance.
  • Assume that all wet, dark areas on pavements are slippery and icy.
  • If you do fall backward, make a conscious effort to tuck your chin in so your head won't hit the ground with force.
Emergency Contacts
During office hours, please call the Roads Dept. on 051-849862
or 051-875555 Out of Hours only.

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