Letter: People distracted by phones present a hazard

So I’m riding my bike on my usual route that takes me through Howard Amon Park at a very slow speed to avoid competition for the path with walkers, pets and other riders. I have a little bell to avoid scaring folks and always warn folks of my presence.

Recently, 12 out of 13 walkers on the path had their noses buried in their phones. Twice I asked folks to “look up, please,” as they walked into my part of the sidewalk. It was like I was waking them from a deep sleep.

Now I read about the new Pokemon Go game played while walking (or driving). Great, just what we need, more distracted folks ambling mindlessly along totally oblivious to their (and my) surroundings.

This story was originally published August 2, 2016 at 3:54 AM with the headline "Letter: People distracted by phones present a hazard."