We're hosting 2 car seat checkup events in Lubbock next week. Parents needing help installing their child’s car seat can stop by on Monday, Sept. 23, at the Covenant Pediatric Helicopter “Kite Flite” or Saturday, Sept. 27, at the UMC I-27 Medical Center. txdot.gov/about/newsroom…

SLATON—FM 2150 will be closed to traffic at the railroad crossing located at County Road 3700, south of Slaton, starting tomorrow. The closure will allow the railroad company to safely perform work to remove then reinstall the crossing. FM 2150 will reopen by Tuesday, Sept. 23.

CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY DID YOU KNOW? Did you know that nearly half of all child car seats are not installed correctly? Schedule a free car seat inspection at SaveMeWithASeat.org to ensure your child is ready for takeoff. #DriveLikeATexan

Need help installing your child's car seat correctly? Join us tomorrow Tuesday, Sept. 23, at Covenant Pediatric Helicopter "Kite Flite," 12111 County Road 2500, from 4—6PM. Let our certified technicians ensure your child is in the right seat and that it's installed correctly.

Parents — here are some easy safety tips to make sure you and your child stay SAFE on the go! ⬇️ Find The Right Seat: NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat

TODAY, SEPT 23: Joins us from 4—6PM at the Covenant Pediatric Helicopter "Kite Flite" at our child safety seat check up. Bring your child's current safety seat so our certified technicians can assist you in properly installing it.

Did you know large vehicles like trucks and buses can use roundabouts too? Many roundabouts include a truck apron on the inside to provide extra space for vehicles with a wide turn radius. It’s just one of many great safety features we’re celebrating during #RoundaboutsWeek

LUBBOCK TRAFFIC ALERT: Woodrow Road drivers are asked to stay alert as traffic changes begin TODAY to shift traffic onto the newly paved lanes (north side of road) from Avenue P to University Avenue. Traffic on the remainder project limits is scheduled to be shifted tomorrow.

Parents, is your child's car seat installed correctly? Are they in the correct seat for their height & weight? Join us at our safety seat check event tomorrow, Saturday, at the UMC I-27 Medical Center, 4105 I-27 (corner of I-27 & 42nd St) from 10—noon and get their seat checked.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Starting at 12:30 today, southbound I-27 at 82nd St & northbound US 87 at 98th St will be closed to all traffic & drivers detoured onto the frontage roads. The closure will allow TxDPS to safely conduct a crash investigation.

FM 1038 from CR 485 to 489 in Cottle County remains closed due to a sinkhole measuring and estimated 40'x40'x70'. TxDOT is urging the public to stay away from the area due to unstable ground conditions. Driving around barricades is illegal and dangerous!

Fewer daylight hours can create darker, riskier conditions for people walking on the road. During Pedestrian Safety Awareness Month this October, remember to watch out for pedestrians and drive like a Texan: kind, courteous and safe. ow.ly/nObG50X52iY #DriveLikeATexan

TRAFFIC ALERT: Starting today, traffic signals on 19th Street, between I-27 and University Ave, will be temporarily converted to all-way (4-way) stops as work to upgrade the signals begin. Ave. Q and University traffic signals will continue with regular operation.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Marsha Sharp Freeway drivers are asked to stay alert on Sunday, Oct. 5, morning as crews install bridge signs. Various lane closures are planned for the freeway main lanes/frontage roads & will allow the crew to safely perform the operation. txdot.gov/about/newsroom…

Work to repair damaged pavement at the northbound I-27/US 84 frontage road intersection and pour the concrete surface is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 6. Lane closures are planned and will remain overnight to allow the concrete to cure. txdot.gov/about/newsroom…

Lane closures on the northbound I-27 and US 84 frontage road intersection are in place today and into tomorrow as crews make repairs to the roadway. Drivers are asked to slow down and watch out for crew as they approach the work zone.

October is National Pedestrian Safety Month! Drivers, it’s important to remember to: 🛑 Stop and yield for pedestrians at crosswalks. ⚠️ Take an extra moment to look for people when turning. 🚙 Always drive at a safe speed. #BeSafeDriveSmart #DriveLikeATexan

Drive Like a Texan is making its State Fair of Texas debut this year. The new flagship safety initiative is featured locally alongside iconic fair staples like Big Tex and the Texas Star Ferris wheel. #TxDOTNewsroom #DriveLikeATexan ow.ly/YPtW50X7Tgp

October is National Pedestrian Safety Month and Mr. Rhodes is back again with advice to keep drivers and pedestrians safe on the road: 🚥 Slow down. 👀 Look for pedestrians in the crosswalk. 🚘 Before you turn, watch for people crossing. #BeSafeDriveSmart #DriveLikeATexan