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Beware of the "Danger Zone" around a school bus. Drivers, it may be hard or impossible to see a child in the "Danger Zone" — and that’s why you should NEVER pass a stopped school bus!
↔️ The zone can extend based on the location of the bus stop. ↔️
July is winding down, and the first day of school is right around the corner! 🚸
Now is the time to remind yourself to always:
🟡 Slow down.
🟡 Stay off your phone.
🟡 Stay alert for kids.
Let's keep our kids SAFE this year. ❤️
It’s National Trailer Safety Week! 🛻🛥️ Handling a heavy load changes everything about how your vehicle drives.
Don't hit the road without checking these 4 rules:
💪 Ensure your vehicle can safely handle the trailer's max weight
⚖️ Load the front half heavier to prevent dangerous trailer sway
🪢 Use heavy-duty straps so cargo can't shift
🔗 Cross safety chains in case of hitch failure
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Children, the elderly, and those with chronic illness are especially vulnerable to heat exposure.
⚠️NEVER leave people or pets alone in a vehicle
💺ALWAYS check the backseat
💧Bring extra water to keep everyone hydrated
weather.gov/safety/heat-illn… #HeatSafety
This National Heatstroke Prevention Day, remind yourself that it's NEVER safe to leave your child alone in a car — not even for a minute. 🥵🌡️
Once You Park, Stop. 🛑 Look. 👁️ Lock. 🔒
More: NHTSA.gov/Heatstroke
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Spring has officially sprung!
Longer days, warmer temps (hopefully), and the perfect time to freshen up your emergency plans.
As you swap out winter clothes, take a few minutes to:
-Update your emergency kit
-Restock water and snacks
-Review your emergency plan
Shamrocks, horseshoes, and lucky coins can’t protect you from the dangers of buzzed driving. 🍀🌈
Make your own luck this St. Patrick’s Day — plan a sober ride:
🟢 Schedule a rideshare
🟢 Call a taxi
🟢 Have a sober friend drive you home
Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving
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Seat belts save lives!
Who are you buckling up for this holiday season? 🎄❤️
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#DYK holiday trees are involved in hundreds of fires each year? Electrical light malfunctions & placing trees too close to heat sources are common causes. A dry tree can burn fast & intensely. Keep yours well-watered & turn off holiday lights before bed or when leaving home.
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December is a dangerous month for drunk driving. Almost 1,000 people died in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes each December from 2019 to 2023.
Always plan for a safe, sober ride home:
🚙 A rideshare
🚕 A taxi
🚗 A sober friend
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The temperature is changing — and your tire pressure is, too! 🌡️⬇️ Make sure your tires are up to snuff this season.
More resources here: NHTSA.gov/TireWise
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It's fall back time! ⏰
With the sun setting earlier, here are a few tips to consider so you drive safely and help keep pedestrians and cyclists safe:
-Adjust your sleep schedule so you are well rested
-Turn your headlights on sooner in the evening so you are more visible
-Actively watch for pedestrians and cyclists out enjoying the autumn evenings.
And if you are out enjoying a walk or bike ride, be sure to wear light colors and reflective material so drivers can see you sooner!
#PedestrianSafety #BicyclistSafety
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It's Child Passenger Safety Week! Make sure your child is in The Right Seat for their age and size — it could save their life.
More: nhtsa.gov/press-releases/con…
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Don't push your luck. Avoid getting stuck.
If you have an oversized trailer in tow, crossing a railroad track could end in disaster. Consider taking an alternate route to avoid breaking down on the tracks and placing yourself and others in danger.
#SeeTracksThinkTrainWeek #STOPTrackTragedies #RailSafetyWeek
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Rushing isn't worth risking a life.
Speeding in school zones could end with a hefty fine — or worse. Ensure kids get to and from class safely by following posted speed limits and keeping a watchful eye out for smaller pedestrians.
#Backtoschoolsafety #slowdown
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Kids are headed back to school and that means an increase in traffic from school buses 🚌, pedestrians 🚶♀, and cyclists. 🚴
⚠️ Keep them SAFE – slow down in school zones. ⚠️

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