Category Archives: Occupant Protection

October is Most Dangerous Month on Virginia Roadways

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: October 07, 2022 Contact: Brandy Brubaker (804) 367-0148 brandy.brubaker@dmv.virginia.gov October is Most Dangerous Month on Virginia Roadways Operation Crash Reduction Aims to Prevent Crashes, Reduce Injuries and Save Lives during This Holiday Weekend RICHMOND – Statistically, October is the most dangerous month on Virginia roadways. To promote safe driving and…
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DMV Encourages Parents and Caregivers to Ensure Children are Safely Secured or Belted in Vehicles at All Times

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: September 21, 2022 Contact: Jessica Cowardin (804) 367-6834 jessica.cowardin@dmv.virginia.gov DMV Encourages Parents and Caregivers to Ensure Children are Safely Secured or Belted in Vehicles at All Times National Child Passenger Safety Week is September 18-24 RICHMOND — As part of National Child Passenger Safety Week, the Virginia Department of Motor…
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School Time Tips for Back-to-School Safety

Tips for Motorists: Be alert and slow down when driving in neighborhoods with school zones. For those school districts returning to campuses, obey the "flashing signal light system" used for school buses. Yellow flashing lights indicate the bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children. Motorists should slow down and prepare to stop…
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