Sheriff’s Office deputies to distribute glow sticks to walkers tonight
The Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office is preparing glow sticks for distribution tonight to walkers heading to the Santuario.
The distribution of the glow sticks is a public safety measure, which helps to make walkers more visible to motorists at night.
This year during Holy Week thousands of people are expected to converge onto roadways in Santa Fe County to walk to Chimayo in observance of the Easter holiday. Many pilgrims walk along heavily trafficked roads, such as NM 502, 503, and U.S. 84/285.
Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Deputies have increased traffic patrols and their overall presence on roads and in communities.
Historically, the majority of walkers start their trek to Chimayo today on Holy Thursday.
The enhanced law enforcement efforts by sheriff’s deputies include DWI checkpoints and traffic enforcement patrols.
Motorists are reminded to reduce speeds and drive as far away from the road shoulder as possible.
The following safety tips are provided for walkers:
• Wear bright clothing, especially if you are walking at night
• Dress in layered clothing
• Take a flashlight and water
• Wear comfortable shoes
• Walk on the east side of concrete road barriers
• Don’t cross onto the roadway
• Do not walk in highway medians
• Walk in groups of at least three or more for safety reasons
• Don’t Drink and Drive
• Call 911 for emergencies
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