LAKEPORT, Calif. — With Lakeport Unified School District students set to return to class on Thursday, Aug. 11, officials have issued a traffic advisory to ensure children get to school safely.
The Lakeport Police Department and Lakeport Unified staff are reminding all drivers to use extreme caution when traveling in the area of the schools and on school grounds.
Officials said they expect heavier than normal vehicle and pedestrian traffic near the school grounds in the mornings and afternoons.
Officers will be increasing traffic enforcement in the area.
Motorists are urged to watch for students who may be waiting for buses or walking or riding bicycles to and from school.
Also, remember to stop for school buses when red lights flash.