RCMP are reminding pedestrians and motorists to be extra careful

High River RCMP are reminding both pedestrians and motorists to watch out for one another at crosswalks.

With spring underway, it's bringing out a lot more pedestrians, and that always means motorists need to be extra alert.

Pedestrians have the right of way, so motorists need to stop, but you should always look both ways, even if you have the right of way.

It's also important to make eye contact with the driver to ensure they see you and you know it's safe to cross.

Cyclists also need to dismount and walk their bikes across the road.

And motorists need to be extra vigilant for everyone's safety as well as their own bank account.

Failing to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk can cost you a fine of $810 and 4 demerit points.