Popular rubber clogs, ‘Crocs’, are facing bans in several public places due to safety concerns. Airports, shopping malls, and other crowded facilities are restricting the use of these shoes after multiple incidents of them getting stuck in escalators.
The soft, flexible material of the footwear makes it prone to getting caught in escalator edges, leading to injuries. As a preventive measure, many public places have now placed warning signs near escalators, advising people to avoid wearing such footwear.
Airports and shopping centers, where escalator usage is high, are among the first to implement these restrictions. Some places are even considering barring entry for visitors wearing Crocs in high-risk areas. Experts suggest that people should be cautious while wearing such footwear, especially in crowded spaces with heavy foot traffic.
While Crocs are popular for comfort, safety concerns have raised questions about their use in crowded places.