The Fourth of July is right around the corner, which means fun in the sun, boating, picnics and watching fireworks with friends and family. But did you know it’s also the most dangerous holiday to be on or near a road?
*2014 roadway related fatalities
What makes the Fourth of July so dangerous? There really isn’t a definitive answer other than people continue to drive unbuckled, distracted, aggressive, impaired and drowsy. But what I do know is (1) until we have perfect people, even the safest drivers are vulnerable to the poor decisions of others (2) the single most important thing you can do to prevent death or injury on the road is to buckle up. Watch and see why:
If you don’t buckle up, please reconsider. If you do buckle up, have a conversation with the people you care about; help them understand that buckling up doesn’t mean, “giving in to ‘The Man’” – it means choosing to live, choosing to be around for weddings, birthdays, vacations, promotions and grandchildren. If you truly care about the people around you, you will advocate for seat belt use everywhere you drive, every time.
If you know someone who drives unbuckled please help them understand the facts:
- Three out of four people ejected from their vehicle die from their injuries.
- Wearing a seat belt keeps the driver in the driver’s seat, significantly helping the driver maintain control of the vehicle.
- Unbuckled passengers increase the risk of killing or injuring other belted passengers by 40 percent.
But most importantly, help them understand they should buckle up because you love and care for them.
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