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The official Twitter account of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Our mission is to save lives and prevent injuries due to traffic crashes.

Washington, DC
Joined June 2009
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Walk, Bike & Roll to School
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Another successful #BikeRolltoSchoolDay is in the books! Thanks to all who participated in this yearโ€™s glorious national celebration at Lincoln Park in DC @charlesallen @W6PSPO @DDOTDC @FIAFdn @USDOTFHWA @NHTSAgov
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We're in the home stretch of the school year, and as the weather warms up it's more important than ever to remind your kids to be SAFE while biking to school. ๐Ÿšด๐ŸŽ’ Drivers โ€” always be alert for kids. ๐Ÿšธ
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It's National Bike & Roll to School Day! ๐Ÿšด Parents, before their feet hit the pedals, remind them of the importance of wearing a helmet. Learn more:
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Driving a car and riding a motorcycle require different skills, knowledge, and LICENSES! Make sure you're properly licensed before you hit the road โ€” or hand off the keys.
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Know the facts! In just 10 minutes, a car can heat up by 20 degrees and become deadly to a child left in a car. ๐ŸŒก๏ธ๐Ÿฅต
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Know your role. ๐Ÿ˜Ž
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Sadly, the first child heatstroke death of the year has been recorded. These deaths ARE preventable. Never leave a child alone in a car, not even for minute. Once You Park, Stop. ๐Ÿ›‘ Look. ๐Ÿ‘๏ธ Lock. ๐Ÿ”
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In every state, it's illegal to pass a school bus while the stop-arm is extended and the red lights are flashing. ๐Ÿš๐Ÿ›‘ Keep our kids SAFE โ€” just WAIT. ๐Ÿšธ
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It's Cinco de Mayo! ๐Ÿฅณ Celebrate responsibly and remember โ€” Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.
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Seat Belts Save Lives isn't just a saying โ€” it's a fact. Buckle up. Every trip. Every time.
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Designate a driver before the #CincoDeMayo party starts this weekend. Take a rideshare ๐Ÿš— or taxi ๐Ÿš• to get home safely. ____ Designa a un conductor sobrio antes de que empiece la fiesta. Pide un taxi ๐Ÿš• o usa tu aplicaciรณn de viajes compartidos ๐Ÿš—. Llega sano y salvo a casa.
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Talking with a loved one about their driving doesn't have to be difficult. There are clear steps you can take to make those conversations productive instead. ๐Ÿฅฐ More info here:
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Drivers ๐Ÿš— โ€” remember to share the road and give bicyclists enough space. Bicyclists ๐Ÿšฒ โ€” make sure you're prepared for your next ride with the right gear. You can find more safety tips here:
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Throughout the month of May, we're focusing on safety for Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month and National Bicycle Safety Month. ๐Ÿšฒ๐Ÿ๏ธ Stay tuned for tips on how you and your family can stay safe on the roads โ€” and tips are always available at . ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธโœ”๏ธ
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DID YOU KNOWโ“ 80% of the total heat rise inside a vehicle happens in the first 30 minutes. #HeatstrokePreventionDay
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This National #HeatstrokePreventionDay , know the FACTS ๐Ÿ’ฏ and REPOST this important message. ๐Ÿ“ฒ
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Never DOES happen. Before you leave the car, always Stop. ๐Ÿ›‘ Look. ๐Ÿ‘€ Lock. ๐Ÿ” #HeatstrokePreventionDay
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On this National #HeatstrokePreventionDay , remember to: ๐Ÿ‘ถ Always check the back seat. ๐Ÿ‘œ Leave a personal item on your front seat as a reminder. ๐Ÿ”‘ Always keep your vehicle locked and keys out of reach. Once You Park, Stop. Look. Lock.
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โ— NEVER leave a child alone in a vehicle โ€“ not even for a minute. โ— #HeatstrokePreventionDay
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On this National Heatstroke Prevention Day, watch as NHTSAโ€™s Deputy Administrator, Sophie Shulman, speaks on the importance of keeping children safe, in and out of vehicles. Before you Park, Stop. Look. Lock.
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