Video of Elderly Woman Carrying ‘Stop Sign’ While Crossing Accident-Prone Area Brings Good Vibes Online
An elderly woman brought good vibes online for her safety-conscious act of carrying a ‘stop sign’ in an accident-prone area.
Nowadays, road accidents have been one of the major concerns in various countries across the world including the Philippines. These incidents usually lead to injuries and even to the involved individuals.
The Philippine government is already implementing stricter rules and regulations to prevent such incidents. Unfortunately, there are still a lot of hard-headed and reckless motorists violating the traffic policy.
The authorities should also increase the number of traffic personnel across the streets to ensure the safety of both pedestrians and motorists.
Recently, Nicho Li, a Facebook user, shared a video of an elderly woman holding a ‘stop sign’ while crossing the street in Bacolod City, Negros Occidental. The post garnered various reactions from the online community.
The video shows the woman crossing Araneta-Alunan Street, a location infamous for being dangerous. The area is known for frequent accidents, making her action particularly significant. She carries the sign to ensure that vehicles stop and allow her to cross safely.
The senior citizen’s practical solution to a serious problem has elicited a range of positive reactions from the online community.
Netizens have expressed their admiration for the elderly woman’s ingenuity and courage. Comments praised her for taking proactive steps to protect herself and others.
Some internet users even suggested that her idea could inspire others who feel anxious about crossing busy streets, especially in dangerous areas.
In another post, a senior citizen rider passes away due to motorcycle accident in Makati
The social media users expressed their reactions to the post:
The elderly woman has inspired many with her innovative approach to crossing the street safely in an accident-prone area. Her use of a ‘stop sign’ emphasizes the importance of taking safety into our own hands.