Sun Glare and Traffic Safety – December 2018

Police believe #sunglare was “a significant factor” - Man critical after struck by car in Warwick https://t.co/qBPV8T4GVj #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 1, 2018

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Investigators looking into #sunglare - Pedestrian in crosswalk hit and dragged in #ColoradoSprings crash. https://t.co/4SWDyi6vts #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 1, 2018

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#Sunglare may have played role > 1 dead, 4 injured in Marion County crash | https://t.co/QTf7TC92Hf https://t.co/Lqd4o5IdFB #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 5, 2018

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Glare from sun a factor in deadly 4-car crash on Oregon road | KVAL https://t.co/bCrIr98Jy8 #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 6, 2018

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#Sunglare had role in pedestrian collision - 3rd in 3 days in #Lancaster. @PennDOTNews @abc27News pic.twitter.com/d7dcQc5ftJ #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 12, 2018

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Sun glare played a role in a pedestrian accident this morning when a driver hit a brother & sister in Lancaster County — it’s at least the 3rd pedestrian hit incident in the last 3 days. Tonight hear from police & @PennDOTNews officials @abc27News pic.twitter.com/FyjaUvltwZ

— alex peterson | abc27 (@AlexBPeterson) December 11, 2018

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Humboldt crash site review makes road safety recommendations https://t.co/Ny1rcD01dz pic.twitter.com/E8CdxVXzAX

— The Globe and Mail (@globeandmail) December 13, 2018

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#Sunglare affects not only drivers > Sun glare contributes to accident https://t.co/NuD5BfqbmI via @genavnews #aviationsafety #airsafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 14, 2018

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#Humboldt #Broncos crash report could be used in semi driver's criminal case, says lawyer | CBC News https://t.co/ePYNABTDfO #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 15, 2018

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Semi lands on its side after crash in Wapello County - https://t.co/WEPhuOPPm6 #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 20, 2018

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Blinding sun leads to crashes on Parleys Way, utility pole knocked down, fire engine rear-ended https://t.co/ecfeptuf7f via @GephardtDaily #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 21, 2018

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Thank you to all our #police, #fire and #paramedics working today to keep the rest of us safe. #EMS #firstresponders #Christmas

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 26, 2018

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6 injured - 2nd bicyclist dies after crash in Davie | Hartsburg News https://t.co/FrYabk1zAH #cycling #bikesafety #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 27, 2018

What a tragedy! Unless they had a vehicle escort (front and back) they should have been riding single file. By the driver - what was his distraction? Sounds like something more than #sunglare.

— Leigh Buchan (@lives2talk) December 27, 2018

#Sunglare itself can can be a driving distraction.

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 27, 2018

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Truck, SEPTA train crash in Lansdale https://t.co/utc5KWeflJ via @montgomerymedia #RoadSafety #sunglare #railsafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 27, 2018

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Cheers, Ralph

Sun and Shade in Urban Development – December 2018

Shadows are cause for concern https://t.co/BmZtcgrB7I #urban #development

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 3, 2018

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My interview with Kelly Cutrara on AM640 https://t.co/Udd182wpsO

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 5, 2018

A pleasure to have you join the show

— Kelly Cutrara (@KellyCutrara) November 28, 2018

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Toronto Grappling With Shadows From Tall Condos https://t.co/44gA7w0Rdf

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 5, 2018

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Golub proposal overshadows Unity Temple | Articles | News | https://t.co/mLR05kJerT https://t.co/cx2PBREiM1 #urban #development #shadow

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 5, 2018

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Developer gets approval to build tower for Google in Kendall Square https://t.co/FcslfzQGDI via @BosBizJournal #urban #development #Cambridge

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 7, 2018

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1640 Flatbush Avenue Proposal Heading To CB 14 on Monday https://t.co/QKqSRejmxC via @bklyner #urban #development #Brooklyn

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 8, 2018

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[VIDEO] Watch developer Michael Loewith react to the site plan control committee approval of the former Alma College site plan https://t.co/Z8SPhZKZhp

— Times-Journal (@timesjournal) December 12, 2018

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As #Toronto gets more and taller condos, the city is left grappling with shadows https://t.co/qywMNOgef7 @RoyalYorkPM #urban #development

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 14, 2018

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Folsom Street Development and Its Shadow Closer to Reality - https://t.co/kgdJ6QklGt #urban #development

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 17, 2018

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Planning Commission approves SOMA housing development despite community concerns over park shadow https://t.co/o7fvOTp60o #urban #development

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 21, 2018

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Cheers, Ralph

Miscellaneous Sun and Shadow Items – December 2018

#Ottawa #sunsets get later after Dec 10th - https://t.co/ZIlCpdeFlw

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 4, 2018

Sunset will be only seconds later, but it will be changing in the right direction.

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 4, 2018

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Good news #Vancouver. Today the sun begins setting later each day. https://t.co/E4PTiGIFxZ

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 13, 2018

Hey #Calgary. The sun sets later each day starting tomorrow. https://t.co/q2Ibj3e6LL

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 13, 2018

Hey #Winnipeg. Good news. The sun sets later each day staring tomorrow. https://t.co/sNNV6Ifksk

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 13, 2018

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Our solar system is just a tiny speck in the Milky Way. https://t.co/h05B2OC1vt

— Popular Science (@PopSci) December 13, 2018

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Welcome news. At 5:23 pm EST the sun begins its trek back north. #WinterSolstice2018

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) December 21, 2018

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Cheers, Ralph

Toronto Grappling With Shadows From Tall Condos

Had the pleasure of being interviewed recently by Donovan Vincent for his piece about the citywide housing shortage which has led to calls for more density and the inevitable increase in shadowing. The article can be found at the link below.

Thank you for the interview and shout-out Donovan. @donovanvincent @TorontoStar

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 25, 2018

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Cheers, Ralph

Interview with Kelly Cutrara on AM640

Had the pleasure of an interview with Kelly Cutrara on AM640. We talked about shadows from high-rise condos in Toronto and what the City does/can do to minimize them.

A pleasure to have you join the show

— Kelly Cutrara (@KellyCutrara) November 28, 2018

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Cheers, Ralph

Sun Glare and Traffic Safety – November 2018

Turning Clocks Back Sunday Means Paying Extra Attention on the Roads https://t.co/ltpPNFcZrd #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 3, 2018

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#NCDOT Offers Tips To Adjust To End Of Daylight Saving Time https://t.co/B3vtJbLpuB #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 3, 2018

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Multiple pedestrians hit crossing the street at SW Moody and Gaines. I’m on scene. Briefly spoke with driver, he said he didn’t see them because of glare. pic.twitter.com/PZ4TMur8Ha

— Andrew Theen (@andrewtheen) November 2, 2018

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A Runner, Now Paralyzed, Returns to the Race She Loved https://t.co/ghilEYlIn7 via @runnersworld #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 4, 2018

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Pay Extra Attention On The Road After Time Change - Goldsboro Daily News https://t.co/GIgWQ4oS2G #RoadSafety #sunglare #timechange

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 6, 2018

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Two crashes snarl afternoon commute on I-295 in Brunswick https://t.co/rqHGYW3Fxm #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 8, 2018

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Sun glare can be dangerous to drivers https://t.co/1EULB4SiUK #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 8, 2018

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Avoid car crashes in excessive sunlight https://t.co/OMIkL6p1sC #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 8, 2018

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Mom, child, hit by SUV in crosswalk https://t.co/hZxSNtboxC #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 9, 2018

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Avoiding October's galloping deer and blinding sun glare https://t.co/pvoTrrPrkk #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 9, 2018

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Just curious, will the changes to the track help with sun glare @ISMRaceway? @NASCAR #ISMRaceway #NASCARPlayoffs #NASCAR https://t.co/YbOgIqtVK8

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 11, 2018

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Man seriously hurt delivering appliance on school street in Woburn after pick up truck hits him #7News pic.twitter.com/UVscEHZjXP

— Steve Cooper (@scooperon7) November 12, 2018

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Witness: Sun glare notorious on this street. #RoadSafety #sunglare https://t.co/pKyQeSr2An

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 13, 2018

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Great reminder! Checking mirror saved my butt last week in suddenly slowing traffic on highway. Escaped to shoulder. #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 16, 2018

Good or bad, in heavy traffic I look in mirrors almost as much as looking forward. #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 16, 2018

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Drivers Say New American Airlines Headquarters Creating Dangerous Glare https://t.co/un6JkEYdH6 via @nbcdfw #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 17, 2018

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NYPD: 1 dead after crash on Major Deegan Expressway https://t.co/8RMnhHcP5L #SunGlare may have played a role. #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 18, 2018

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Drivers Say New American Airlines Headquarters Creating Dangerous Glare https://t.co/un6JkEYdH6 via @nbcdfw #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 18, 2018

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Sun’s glare causes three drivers to crash into skip in South Shields street in same day https://t.co/BadnGsrLQT #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 18, 2018

Awful! The skip was almost in the middle of the road. I put the skip co. at fault. What do you think ins. co would say what/who is at fault?

— Leigh Buchan (@lives2talk) November 18, 2018

.@lives2talk Well, it was a strange series of crashes. Responsibility depends on a number of 'perfect storm' things. #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 18, 2018

.@lives2talk The first crash was maybe understandable, but not the 2nd and 3rd. #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 19, 2018

How far apart were the crashes? If the crashes happened and the vehicle from previous crash was removed, wouldn't it be the same situ for the 3 or them? I still think the skip should have been moved.

— Leigh Buchan (@lives2talk) November 19, 2018

.@lives2talk I understood the crashes were at the same location, so yes, the skip should have been moved or more warnings put up. #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 19, 2018

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Naas Roads Policing Unit dealing with collision- Driver blinded by the 'sun glare'. Please be extra careful when sun is low. Reduce your speed. Slowing down on the approach to junctions, corners and bends is critical. pic.twitter.com/WJ7EzSoTa8

— An Garda Síochána (@GardaTraffic) November 20, 2018

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At our other place near Horseshoe Valley, there are lots of solar panel farms. We've driven towards the way they face and have not seen any glare. If they are absorbing sunlight to turn into energy, why would there be glare?

— Leigh Buchan (@lives2talk) November 21, 2018

.@lives2talk The #sunglare is the reflection from the glass surface. #RoadSafety #solarpanels

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 21, 2018

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.@Sunnybrook: 16 percent higher chance to have an accident with bright sun than a cloudy day or other weather conditions https://t.co/1rSF2FZsTp #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 21, 2018

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#Sunglare could certainly have been a factor. #RoadSafety https://t.co/0KYHaLQwJ6

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 22, 2018

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Sun Glare and Driving! https://t.co/NClkspYZ0A Thanks to @ITNewsAfrica @Bradley_the_Bus @EthicalDriving #roadsafety #drivesafe

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 23, 2018

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Police seek to examine driver's cellphone after she struck group of bicyclists https://t.co/FxdY24LxXr #roadsafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 28, 2018

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Analysis | Distracted driving tends to cause more severe crashes, study finds https://t.co/I1c2dyO7kx #roadsafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 28, 2018

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Morning sun may have helped cause serious crash https://t.co/Ta5tMx3wIG #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 29, 2018

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Cheers, Ralph

Sun and Shade in Urban Development – November 2018

A misguided effort, beyond a shadow of a doubt https://t.co/rywTKaCJ4A via @CrainsNewYork #urban #development #shadow

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 2, 2018

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Millennium Partners Break Ground on Winthrop Center - https://t.co/tvo0IDjyVe #Boston #development

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 3, 2018

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Don't be afraid of your own shadow https://t.co/vNUhnn20Ux via @CrainsNewYork #NYC #urban #development #shadow

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 9, 2018

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Residents put pressure on Alma College developer https://t.co/oW9Ahq6eUx #urban #development #London

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 14, 2018

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High-rise by Unity Temple would be tallest in town @OakPark https://t.co/R8lsV43TxF #urban #development #OakPark

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 14, 2018

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Morouns sell vacant Corktown building to controversial developer https://t.co/h3bPNIo4Rt via @detroitnews #urban #development #Detroit

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 14, 2018

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Have you taken our Sunshine Survey? Please take a minute. Your input is much appreciated. Thank you. https://t.co/RrxLfmANon … #urban #development #shadow pic.twitter.com/TLrdIUhApQ

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 15, 2018

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Drivers Say New American Airlines Headquarters Creating Dangerous Glare https://t.co/un6JkEYdH6 via @nbcdfw #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 18, 2018

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How much sun does your #Toronto condo get at different times of year? https://t.co/4ZgP1Qat63

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 20, 2018

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If only we could apply this to buildings > Magic trick makes shadows vanish: Projection mapping technique developed to reduce shadow https://t.co/XrqX6Mclcf #urban #development #Shadow

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 22, 2018

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Sun, Shadow & Urban Development! https://t.co/VuvDqKzJD6 Thanks to @rodriguez_pose @LRIFire @code4ca #development #toronto

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 23, 2018

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Shadows cast by tall buildings blocking out the sun can upset residents who are impacted. After all, when buyers drop massive amounts of money down for a condo, sunlight is often a major selling feature. https://t.co/8kLsZPg2mY

— TorontoStar (@TorontoStar) November 24, 2018

Shadows cast by tall buildings blocking out the sun can upset residents who are impacted. After all, when buyers drop massive amounts of money down for a condo, sunlight is often a major selling feature. https://t.co/8kLsZPg2mY

— TorontoStar (@TorontoStar) November 24, 2018

Our graphic showing month-by-month sunshine amount in #Toronto on each building face. @TorontoStar @donovanvincent https://t.co/4ZgP1Qat63

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 25, 2018

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City installs sun shades above dangerously hot metal slides in Corktown Common | CBC News https://t.co/Honfhu4G74 #Toronto

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 25, 2018

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The direction your condo unit faces determines how much sun you can get. See here for #Toronto graphic. https://t.co/4ZgP1Qat63

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 25, 2018

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As mentioned below we're working on this issue right now in Guelph with @SunPosition. #doingdensitywell https://t.co/jkkCWhKWUw via @torontostar

— david dg (@UrbanDDG) November 25, 2018

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Does Toronto do enough to minimize the impact of shadows caused by high rise developments? https://t.co/GbYrY1WHEp #Toronto #urban #development #shadow

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 27, 2018

TY @KellyCutrara for interview today on @am640. Listen here > Does Toronto do enough to minimize the impact of shadows caused by high rise developments? https://t.co/GbYrY1WHEp

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 28, 2018

Here is link to page I spoke about today on the @KellyCutrara show re: Amount of Sunlight Available on #Toronto Condo Faces https://t.co/4ZgP1Qat63

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 28, 2018

A pleasure to have you join the show

— Kelly Cutrara (@KellyCutrara) November 28, 2018

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Oak Park residents seek answers at developer's feedback session on plans for 28-story tower https://t.co/av3tHX6PAR #urban #development #shadow

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 28, 2018

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Cheers, Ralph

Miscellaneous Sun and Shadow Items – November 2018

If you think it's dark out today, wait until Sunday. The sun will set in #Toronto at 5:04 pm.

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 1, 2018

...and 4:46 pm in #Ottawa. #timechange

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 1, 2018

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Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2018 https://t.co/4wzdS2IdIj

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 3, 2018

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#WinterWonderland in #Barrie this morning. 16cm. #onwx @weathernetwork @adamstiles pic.twitter.com/sqGRdkqaEo

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 14, 2018

Thanks for sharing, Ralph! Stay warm!

— The Weather Network (@weathernetwork) November 14, 2018

Yikes! I guess it is that time.

— Adam Stiles (@adamstiles) November 14, 2018

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Solar energy report expected to lead to allowing mounted front-facing solar panels https://t.co/1rSF2FZsTp #urban #development #solar

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 21, 2018

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Sun/shadow positions can play a role > Autumn Slip and Fall Accidents https://t.co/pbQNya7uEL Bear Personal Injury Lawyers

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) November 24, 2018

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Field goal is gooood! #Sunrise between the towers of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Credit: Timothy Hunt #Florida #StormHour pic.twitter.com/p07M1gs02J

— Paul Dellegatto⚡️FOX (@PaulFox13) November 24, 2018

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Cheers, Ralph

Sun Glare and Traffic Safety – October 2018

School crossing guard struck by vehicle https://t.co/tXZxwBZxa9 #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 3, 2018

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Time to Discuss Fall Driving Hazards https://t.co/9fXIVKOJiI #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 3, 2018

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Sun Glare Causes Two Vehicle Accident; Calf Causes A Single Vehicle Accident https://t.co/CrlZfaX7CV via @KCNIKBBNRadio #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 3, 2018

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Sun glare is back, slow down for fall/winter https://t.co/18459bIO66 #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 6, 2018

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.@DumasRaphael do you have a source for the 16.8% figure? #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 13, 2018

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Texting while driving? #CellNo !!!#RoadSafety #DriveSafe

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 13, 2018

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Sun glare possible factor in fatal crash between bicyclist and car https://t.co/9QiDIxB4SZ

— The Star-Ledger (@starledger) October 14, 2018

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No Students Injured in Hartford School Bus Crash https://t.co/iwewBDqJsO via @nbcconnecticut #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 18, 2018

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When the sun goes low, I go slow. #RoadSafety #sunglare #DriveSafe #TrafficSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 18, 2018

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A pretty sight, but not while driving!

#Torontohenge coming up. Oct 25/18 sunset at 6:18 pm. #Toronto pic.twitter.com/rLzLPSWuvH

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 22, 2018

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Seatbelts save lives. Minor injuries. Red light violation. Sun glare was bad at time of accident. Tow has just arrived. EB Maple at I-680 traffic delays. #OPD pic.twitter.com/xV9mFvHUcJ

— Ofc. Jacob Bettin (@OPDOfcBettin) October 22, 2018

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Great safety tips. #HappyHalloween #Halloween https://t.co/WRsaCIbqt2

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 31, 2018

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Cheers, Ralph

Sun and Shade in Urban Development – October 2018

Proposed Toronto development from Google’s Sidewalk Labs sparks concerns over data https://t.co/a8qPLqYy2b

— 640 Toronto (@am640) October 2, 2018

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Brooklyn Botanic reps skip hearing on development that could block sun from garden https://t.co/BPMBDLEkQ5 #urban #development #shadow

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 3, 2018

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Franklin Avenue Rezoning, Shadows, And Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s Position https://t.co/jednc6yEZU via @bklyner #urban #development #shadow

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 13, 2018

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Announcing winning designs for Toronto parks https://t.co/7PkBrHAzsE #landscapearchitecture #ontario #waterfronttoronto pic.twitter.com/sCLg09NgbH

— Construction Canada (@ConstructCanMag) October 16, 2018

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Council bill takes aim at shade cast by tall buildings https://t.co/LG0AJn6rzy via @CrainsNewYork #urban #development #shadow

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 18, 2018

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Bill aims to curb supertall shadows in NYC parks https://t.co/8t2asceU5k via @CurbedNY #urban #development #shadow

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 19, 2018

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Proposed Folsom Street development won’t overshadow SoMa park, study finds - The San Francisco Examiner https://t.co/1BqOfCOZpc #shadow

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 20, 2018

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Cheers, Ralph

Miscellaneous Sun and Shadow Items – October 2018

You haven't missed it. #Torontohenge Oct 25 6:18 pm sunset along w/b streets. The sun will perch just above the street for a week or so prior. #Toronto

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 4, 2018

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Our atmosphere is far from being an inexhaustible resource https://t.co/hF91Et1etx via @bopinion #wind #energy

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 10, 2018

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Announcing winning designs for Toronto parks https://t.co/7PkBrHAzsE #landscapearchitecture #ontario #waterfronttoronto pic.twitter.com/sCLg09NgbH

— Construction Canada (@ConstructCanMag) October 16, 2018

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Last #Torontohenge of the year coming up. See our 2017 write-up about photo-ops - also applies this Oct. https://t.co/9YqfD73kpo #Toronto

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 22, 2018

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#Torontohenge coming up. Oct 25/18 sunset at 6:18 pm. #Toronto pic.twitter.com/rLzLPSWuvH

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 22, 2018

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What time does the sun set on #Halloween? Here's a list of cities. https://t.co/y4JyoHwsYK #sunset

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 23, 2018

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Halloween Sunset Times 2018. #Halloween #Halloween2018 #sunset pic.twitter.com/Nj1lQq62IL

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 23, 2018

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Darkest #Toronto morning of the year coming up on Nov 3rd - sunrise 7:56 a.m. EDT. Thank goodness for the #timechange on the 4th.

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) October 29, 2018

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Cheers, Ralph

2018 Halloween Sunset Times

2018 Halloween Sunset Times

 

Sun Glare and Traffic Safety – September 2018

Don't Drink and Dive. (No, that's not a typo.) Have a safe #longweekend #CivicHoliday #SimcoeDay

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) August 4, 2018

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Only 7% of world has adequate laws about speed, drunk driving, helmets, seat-belts and child restraints https://t.co/yJkpzfwXnQ #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) August 11, 2018

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St. Louis Car Accidents Caused by Sun Glare https://t.co/H9PMUMbRjM #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) August 11, 2018

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A very interesting study > Life-threatening motor vehicle crashes in bright sunlight https://t.co/rnPRYooLEt #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) August 11, 2018

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Bright sunlight associated with 16% increased risk of life-threatening motor vehicle crash - https://t.co/rnPRYooLEt #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) August 11, 2018

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Bright, clear, sunny day not safest for a drive -16% increased risk of life-threatening crash > https://t.co/rnPRYooLEt #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) August 11, 2018

Great tips Ralph.

— Leigh Buchan (@lives2talk) August 11, 2018

Thanks Leigh, but these tips are not mine. I'm just passing them along. @lives2talk #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) August 11, 2018

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New York's Vision Zero success provides road map for others taking aim at pedestrian deaths https://t.co/TmrW1nS9SK

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) August 12, 2018

Enforcement alone seems to make a huge difference. In New York City enforcement is up, pedestrian fatalities are down, while in Toronto enforcement is down, pedestrian fatalities are up. #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) August 12, 2018

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Good tips here via @whdjustice > Sunny-Side Up: How to Avoid a Car Accident Caused by Sun Glare https://t.co/GO0zNYge6a #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) August 15, 2018

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Driver killed had 25 tickets for no seat-belt. https://t.co/8pY0v3CY91 #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) August 16, 2018

I get so po'd by those who say wearing a seat belt is their choice.

— Leigh Buchan (@lives2talk) August 16, 2018

Same here. And being unbuckled means you're potentially a deadly projectile to others in the car. #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) August 17, 2018

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Drive at a speed that will allow you to stop well within the distance you can see to be clear. You should allow at least a two-second gap between you and the vehicle in front. The gap should be at least doubled on wet roads and increased still further on icy roads pic.twitter.com/mvsquN6AQx

— The Highway Code (@HighwayCodeGB) August 16, 2018

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Let us never forget the personal risk that our first responders willingly confront on our behalf everyday. Thank you for all your selfless sacrifices to keep everyone safe! @PRPA_Prez @BruceChapman924 @PoliceAssocON @R_JamiesonOPPA @peel_pa https://t.co/JOAyHr2Ps7

— Patrick Brown (@patrickbrownont) August 19, 2018

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Interesting read > The First Car Accidents in the World, Explained https://t.co/S8cnMVTFgo #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) August 19, 2018

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Exchanging Places, or Exchanging Responsibility? https://t.co/l47p1EdkaX via @beyondthekerb #RoadSafety #bikesafety #pedsafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) August 23, 2018

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Driving requires the processing of a lot of info. 90% of it is via the eyes. Good vision and visibility are key to #safedriving. #VisionZero

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) August 30, 2018

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Man crashes into semi truck due to sun glare https://t.co/DwQ56uzJFi #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 13, 2018

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Don’t let sun glare lead to an accident https://t.co/MBoowB9yDG #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 15, 2018

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Alarmed by auto-peds involving students, parents seek safety improvements near Skyline High School https://t.co/sGoKlyYRN4 #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 15, 2018

Seems governments and other governing bodies don't do anything about dangerous areas until someone is injured or killed.

— Leigh Buchan (@lives2talk) September 15, 2018

Sadly seems true. If it ain't broke...

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 16, 2018

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Sun glare likely contributed to deadly crash on Interstate 85, coroner says https://t.co/gM9U9YgKOq pic.twitter.com/YkMg9OMcN4

— WYFF News 4 (@wyffnews4) September 18, 2018

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Why driving at this time of year can be more hazardous https://t.co/Udg2QFVU0L via @independentmail

Sunrise/sunset line up with E-W roads #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 19, 2018

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9-year-old girl injured in bicycle vs. truck collision in Mayfield, KY https://t.co/FWrZsF7fHC #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 19, 2018

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KSP works injury collision in Mayfield https://t.co/uJNIStAP6K via @murrayledger

Time of day, direction of travel, and #sunglare. #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 19, 2018

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Driving With a Sun Glare: Tips You Need to Know https://t.co/sXFCQIETkh #RoadSafety #sunglare #Equinox

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 20, 2018

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Dangers of Driving Into Sun - https://t.co/60U1HCTWY3 @AAAnews #RoadSafety #sunglare #Equinox

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 20, 2018

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Edwardsburg bike fatality is latest in string of deadly crashes around Michiana https://t.co/p9ETMmLIX2 via @SBTribune #bikesafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 23, 2018

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Dangerous time of year on the roads with the sun rising and setting in line with east-west roads. #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 23, 2018

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Fall Driving Safety Tips https://t.co/rvsonkyNzC #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 23, 2018

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Is the sun glare ruining your morning commute, Des Moines? https://t.co/VaeYXqn3HG #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 25, 2018

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4 children treated for minor injuries following multiple Twin Falls crashes within 5 minutes https://t.co/dlXmxmx7cN #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 26, 2018

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Head-on collision in Cedar Canyon seriously injures 1 https://t.co/1EDl5l3OPB #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 26, 2018

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It's that time of year when sun rises/sets during your commute. Be extra careful, anticipate #sunglare as you round curves. #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 26, 2018

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Kudos to the #OPP police officer changing a tire for someone along Hwy 400 today. #RoadSafety

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 27, 2018

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Tragic freak accident. Parents please beware. > Girl, 3, Likely Killed by Tablet She Was Using in Car https://t.co/j3s16Nc0fr #RoadSafety #sunglare

— Ralph Bouwmeester (@SunPosition) September 28, 2018

Cheers, Ralph