HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A busy Kalihi crosswalk has a new device aimed at keeping pedestrians safe.
The city’s Department of Transportation Services unveiled Friday improvements to the crosswalk at North School and Ahonui streets, which is surrounded by local businesses, bus stops, schools and homes.
Upgrades include the installation of solar-powered rectangular rapid-flashing beacons (RRFB). A pedestrian can activate high-visibility LED lights to signal their intent to cross the street…