We previously brought to you news about a young boy who tragically lost is life while riding his bicycle at Disney World. We also brought you the unfortunate news about a young boy who tragically lost his life while visiting Disney, as well as another story regarding a crash with a Disney bus where several people were injured.
Well, it is happened again. Sadly, another individual has lost his life at the hands of a bus at a Walt Disney World Resort.
According to authorities, a 69-year-old tourist from Massachusetts stepped in front of a Disney bus traveling through a parking lot at the Port Orleans resort Sunday afternoon. The man later died at an area hospital.
The Florida Highway Patrol reports that there were passengers on the bus. Fortunately, none of the passengers were injured. Although the investigation is ongoing, FHP stated the elderly man was in the crosswalk and that the bus had the right of way. FHP's investigation into the young boy's death concluded the boy was responsible due to riding with deflated tires.
These incidents highlight the need to be careful and on the look out for obvious dangers while on vacation. We often forget about obvious dangers, such as a bus, while we are happily escaping our daily lives as we are away on vacation.
Here is a brief list of things we should all be mindful of while on vacation. Here's a quick summary of these helpful tips:
1. Follow pedestrian safety rules. Theme park and hotel parking lots are full of traffic. These parking lots often become chaotic because most of the drivers are confused tourists who are paying attention to their GPS devices rather than the road in front of them. Always use crosswalks and traffic lights on busy streets. Be patient and take the time to walk to crosswalks or a safe intersection. Make sure your children do the dame.
2. Drive defensively. Driving defensively is crucial because it allows you to avoid lost drivers and confused tourists.
3. Look out for theft. Don't leave your valuables in a parked stroller while on a ride or in a show. Take them with you or use a locker.
4. Be cautious in your hotel room. Beware of callers. Tourists are often victimized by callers who ask for a credit card number under the pretext of being a hotel employee. Keep your room locked at all times and be careful about answering your door.
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