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Tennessee Highway Safety Office

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Official account of the Tennessee Highway Safety Office, a division of the Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security

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As you enjoy evening strolls in the summer, prioritize safety in low light. Boost visibility by carrying a flashlight and wearing reflective gear. Stick to designated crossings and walk facing traffic on unlit roads. Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/bike-ped

As you enjoy evening strolls in the summer, prioritize safety in low light. Boost visibility by carrying a flashlight and wearing reflective gear. Stick to designated crossings and walk facing traffic on unlit roads.

Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/bike-ped
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In direct sunlight, the interior of a vehicle can reach deadly temperatures, even if it feels cool outside. A child inside an unattended vehicle could suffer heatstroke in minutes. Keep kids safe — lock vehicle doors & never leave them in a car alone. nhtsa.gov/heatstroke

In direct sunlight, the interior of a vehicle can reach deadly temperatures, even if it feels cool outside. A child inside an unattended vehicle could suffer heatstroke in minutes. Keep kids safe — lock vehicle doors & never leave them in a car alone. nhtsa.gov/heatstroke
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Driving is a full-time job, every time you’re behind the wheel, and any distraction puts you and others in danger. Set phones to “Do Not Disturb,” eat before driving, stow away loose items, whatever it takes to pay your full attention to the road. tntrafficsafety.org/distracted-dri…

Driving is a full-time job, every time you’re behind the wheel, and any distraction puts you and others in danger. Set phones to “Do Not Disturb,” eat before driving, stow away loose items, whatever it takes to pay your full attention to the road. tntrafficsafety.org/distracted-dri…
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Beyond the basics, think about potential emergencies when preparing your vehicle for travel. Include a well-equipped first-aid kit, jumper cables, a flashlight with extra batteries, reflective triangles or flares, a basic toolkit, duct tape, and extra windshield wiper fluid.

Beyond the basics, think about potential emergencies when preparing your vehicle for travel. Include a well-equipped first-aid kit, jumper cables, a flashlight with extra batteries, reflective triangles or flares, a basic toolkit, duct tape, and extra windshield wiper fluid.
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No parent or caregiver thinks this can happen to them, but dozens of children are forgotten in backseats each year. Look in the back seat EVERY time you exit the car. #CheckTheBackSeat Learn more: nhtsa.gov/heatstroke

No parent or caregiver thinks this can happen to them, but dozens of children are forgotten in backseats each year. Look in the back seat EVERY time you exit the car. #CheckTheBackSeat

Learn more: nhtsa.gov/heatstroke
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Festivities are better when everyone gets home safely. Make a plan before you party — rideshare, taxi, or a sober driver. Let’s work together to keep Tennessee safe this summer. Read more: tntrafficsafety.org/drunk-driving

Festivities are better when everyone gets home safely. Make a plan before you party — rideshare, taxi, or a sober driver. Let’s work together to keep Tennessee safe this summer.

Read more: tntrafficsafety.org/drunk-driving
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The interior of a vehicle can reach deadly temperatures, even if it feels cool outside. A child inside an unattended vehicle could suffer heatstroke in minutes. Keep kids safe — lock vehicle doors & never leave them in a car alone. nhtsa.gov/heatstroke

The interior of a vehicle can reach deadly temperatures, even if it feels cool outside. A child inside an unattended vehicle could suffer heatstroke in minutes. Keep kids safe — lock vehicle doors & never leave them in a car alone. nhtsa.gov/heatstroke
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We’re Tennessee, we Buckle Up to make it home to our loved ones. #BuckleUpTN More reasons to buckle up: tntrafficsafety.org/seat-belts

We’re Tennessee, we Buckle Up to make it home to our loved ones. #BuckleUpTN

More reasons to buckle up: tntrafficsafety.org/seat-belts
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A child inside an unattended vehicle could suffer heatstroke in minutes. We urge parents and caretakers to: ❌Never leave a child in a car alone. 👁️ Always check the back seat. 🔒 Lock unattended vehicle doors. Learn more: nhtsa.gov/heatstroke

A child inside an unattended vehicle could suffer heatstroke in minutes. We urge parents and caretakers to:

❌Never leave a child in a car alone.
👁️ Always check the back seat.
🔒 Lock unattended vehicle doors.

Learn more: nhtsa.gov/heatstroke
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There are no winners when it comes to speeding. It wastes more gas, lowers vehicle control, reduces the effectiveness of seat belts, and puts everyone on the road in danger. #SlowDownTN Read more: tntrafficsafety.org/speeding

There are no winners when it comes to speeding. It wastes more gas, lowers vehicle control, reduces the effectiveness of seat belts, and puts everyone on the road in danger. #SlowDownTN

Read more: tntrafficsafety.org/speeding
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Unlit roads and streets without designated sidewalks are especially dangerous for pedestrians during nighttime hours. Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/bike-ped

Unlit roads and streets without designated sidewalks are especially dangerous for pedestrians during nighttime hours.

Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/bike-ped
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Most work zone crashes aren't accidents. They're caused by distracted driving, tailgating, and speeding. When you see those orange barrels glowing in your headlights, slow down and give crews extra space. Their safety depends on your attention. #SlowDownTN

Most work zone crashes aren't accidents. They're caused by distracted driving, tailgating, and speeding. When you see those orange barrels glowing in your headlights, slow down and give crews extra space. Their safety depends on your attention. #SlowDownTN
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Seat belts protect you and prevent harm to others in a crash. Buckle up! It's not just about you. Need more reasons to buckle up? Visit tntrafficsafety.org/seat-belts

Seat belts protect you and prevent harm to others in a crash. Buckle up! It's not just about you.

Need more reasons to buckle up? Visit tntrafficsafety.org/seat-belts
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Before setting out on your summer travels, schedule a professional vehicle inspection or perform a thorough check yourself. More summer driving tips from nhtsagov: nhtsa.gov/summer-driving…

Before setting out on your summer travels, schedule a professional vehicle inspection or perform a thorough check yourself.

More summer driving tips from <a href="/NHTSAgov/">nhtsagov</a>: nhtsa.gov/summer-driving…
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Every year, we jump at the chance to celebrate summer. Driving impaired has no part in that. #PlanBeforeYouParty Read more: tntrafficsafety.org/drunk-driving

Every year, we jump at the chance to celebrate summer. Driving impaired has no part in that. #PlanBeforeYouParty

Read more: tntrafficsafety.org/drunk-driving
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We’re Tennessee, we Buckle Up to drive safe — every trip, every time. #BuckleUpTN More reasons to buckle up: tntrafficsafety.org/seat-belts

We’re Tennessee, we Buckle Up to drive safe — every trip, every time. #BuckleUpTN

More reasons to buckle up: tntrafficsafety.org/seat-belts
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Every driver knows that summer sun can be blinding on the road! How do you protect yourself and others when the sun is in your eyes? Consider polarized sunglasses, and increase your following distance as a precaution. #SlowDown and follow lane markers if visibility is low.

Every driver knows that summer sun can be blinding on the road! How do you protect yourself and others when the sun is in your eyes? Consider polarized sunglasses, and increase your following distance as a precaution. #SlowDown and follow lane markers if visibility is low.
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Tread carefully! Stay prepared this summer by getting your tires inspected and, if needed, replaced. nhtsa.gov/equipment/tires #TireSafety

Tread carefully! Stay prepared this summer by getting your tires inspected and, if needed, replaced. nhtsa.gov/equipment/tires #TireSafety
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It’s easy to take tires for granted since we don’t think about them all the time, but it’s true that having good tires on your vehicle leads to better performance, handling, and safety. #TireSafety Read more: nhtsa.gov/equipment/tires

It’s easy to take tires for granted since we don’t think about them all the time, but it’s true that having good tires on your vehicle leads to better performance, handling, and safety. #TireSafety

Read more: nhtsa.gov/equipment/tires