D.C. area reflects on helmets in wake of bike accident (VIDEO)

By WTOP Staff
November 30, 2012 | 4:12 AM

WASHINGTON – A recent accident where a dump truck backed over a bicyclist’s head in Arlington raises questions about how the D.C. area thinks of helmet use.

WTOP’s Kate Ryan took to the streets to find out what area bicyclists and bike store owners think about the frequency with which D.C. area residents wear helmets and how it relates to America’s transportation infrastructure.

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Emergency guide: What you should do to prepare for emergencies

By WTOP Staff
September 9, 2020 | 10:00 AM

WASHINGTON — Do you know what you'd do if an emergency hits? What if you're at work, your spouse is stuck in traffic and your children are in school? There's no way to plan for every emergency, but you can make sure you're prepared for different scenarios, including making a plan for your family and building a kit of emergency supplies.

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