April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month 🚗📵

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month 🚗📵

Keep Your Eyes on the Road – Put the Phone Away!

Distracted driving is a serious issue that puts everyone at risk. In Nebraska alone, the NDOT Highway Safety Office reports 3,924 crashes caused by distracted driving, resulting in 19 fatalities, 1,282 injuries, and 2,629 property damage cases.

🚨 How to Prevent Distracted Driving 🚨

Stay safe on the road with these top 5 tips from AAA:

1️⃣ Plan ahead – Set up GPS, adjust mirrors, and climate controls before driving.
2️⃣ Know your vehicle – Familiarize yourself with features to avoid distractions while driving.
3️⃣ Let calls & texts wait – Use message-taking functions and respond when parked safely.
4️⃣ Ask for help – Have passengers assist with tasks that could take your attention away.
5️⃣ Secure loose items – Prevent objects from shifting and causing distractions.

🚦 Take the Pledge: No More Distracted Driving 🚦

Protect yourself and others by committing to safe driving habits. If you're a passenger, speak up if the driver is distracted. Encourage friends and family to stay focused behind the wheel this month and every month.

📢 Join the movement! Share this message and pledge to drive distraction-free. #DistractedDrivingAwareness #EyesOnTheRoad #DriveSafe