The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is stressing the importance of seat belt use as the holiday travel season begins.

 

Thanksgiving is one of the busiest holidays, with that comes an increase in crashes. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind everyone to always buckle up. Starting on Saturday and running through Thanksgiving weekend, sheriff’s deputies in Montgomery County will join law enforcement agencies across the state in emphasizing the importance of seat belts. During that time, drivers can expect to see increased law enforcement presence on local roads during the statewide Thanksgiving Safe Arrival campaign.

 

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, buckling up is the single most effective thing you can do to protect yourself in a crash. Being buckled up during a crash helps keep you safe and secure in your vehicle.

 

The right fit matters:

• The shoulder belt should lay flat across the middle of the chest and away from the neck

• The lap belt should fit across the hip, not stomach

• Never put the seat belt behind the back or under the arm

• Children should be properly restrained in car seats according to weight, age and height

For more information on seat belts go to www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/seat-belts.