Walking Safely on Icy Sidewalks: Expert Tips for Winter
• Experts recommend using the 'penguin walk' technique to maintain balance on icy sidewalks: bend your knees, point your feet outward, and take small, shuffled steps.
• Keep your hands free and avoid distractions like phones to improve your balance and reaction time on ice.
• Wear shoes with rubber soles and a deep tread pattern for better grip on icy surfaces.
Icy sidewalks pose danger to pedestrians
As winter persists, icy sidewalks present considerable dangers to pedestrians, with falls on ice leading to approximately 800,000 medical visits annually.
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