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[Scott Davert]

Hi Anjelina and welcome to the list.
There are a few things that come to mind, though what those are
depends on the circumstances of the crossing. For example, when you
are at a street where there is light traffic and no stop sign, you may
be able to compensate by turning your left ear to face the right side
quickly and then back. Obviously, if the sound becomes louder in your
left ear when you turn toward it, the vehicle is on your right side.
Granted, this assumes the cars are moving more slowly since you're on
a street corner with less traffic.
For more busy intersections, you may find that due to your slight
hearing loss, you will still be able to detect surges in traffic, so
this may not be such an issue. Though with surges, you may also find
the same method above will be enough to get you to where you need to
go relatively safely. However, I'd recommend before just using this
method, that you go with someone who has enough hearing or vision to
the corners you frequent and try to determine whether you think a
crossing is safe or not.
I'm sure others can give you some tips and tricks as well, these are
just some inicial thoughts.

Happy Saturday!
Scott

On 4/17/15, Anjelina via nfb-db <nfb-db at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Good day list,
> My name is Anjelina and I am new to the list. I am interested in learning
> more about deaf-blindness. Over the years I have noticed some hearing loss
> in my right ear which I have been able to compensate for. A few weeks ago I
> had a near run-in with a car while crossing a busy street which really
> startled me since I didn't hear the car. If you all don't mind, can you tell
> me a bit about your hearing loss and how you have coped with it?
> Thanks
>
>
> -Anjelina
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