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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

Start the first week of the new year with a commitment to safe driving. 🚘⤵️

Seat belts save lives! Who are you buckling up for this holiday season? 🎄❤️

#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.

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

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

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

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…

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

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

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. ⚠️

As students head back-to-school, now is the time to talk school bus safety. Take a moment to refresh your knowledge and share these tips with your school-aged children. We hope everyone has a safe start to their new school year!

More schools across the state are returning to the classroom this week, which means we will see more school buses on the roads, especially in the mornings and afternoons. Unfortunately, school bus stop-arm violations continue to be reported across the state, despite the danger to kids and the potential of a fine and six points against their driver's license. Take a moment to refresh your knowledge on when to stop for a school bus in South Carolina and help us keep kids safe by doing your part on the road. For more information on school bus safety, visit scdps.sc.gov/schoolbus

It's never a convenient time to experience a breakdown on the highway. But just because your car breaks down doesn't mean you have to. If you find yourself stranded on the roadside, remember to stay calm, move your vehicle as far away from traffic as possible, and turn on your hazard lights to increase your visibility. If you need help, call for roadside assistance or dial *HP (*47) from your mobile device. And in the event of an emergency, call 911.

Summer is easy breezy, but don't get lax about life-saving actions as simple as buckling up!

The heart of summer is here — and it's bringing a heat dome with triple digits for millions in the days ahead. When a child is left in a vehicle, their temperature can rise quickly — creating a dangerous situation. 🌡️🔥 Find critical child safety information: NHTSA.gov/Heatstroke

Whether it ends with a ticket or tragedy, speeding will eventually catch up with you. Excessive speeding is a decision that endangers you and those around you. Help keep everyone safe on the road by obeying posted speed limits and staying focused behind the wheel. #NHTSA #SpeedingCatchesUpWithYou

Buckle up for: ✔️ Your family ✔️ Your friends ✔️ Your pets Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time.

If you plan to drink this Fourth of July, plan for a safe ride home: 🔴 Schedule a rideshare ⚪ Use public transportation 🔵 Call a sober friend to get you home safely Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.