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March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time to recognize the devastating impact of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and the importance of prevention. In Oklahoma, pedestrian accidents are a leading cause of severe brain injuries, often leaving victims with life-changing consequences. Unlike drivers, pedestrians have no physical protection in a crash, which makes them highly...

Car accidents happen every day, and too many of them end in tragedy. Whether it’s a distracted driver, speeding, or dangerous road conditions, there are many risks. In places like Oklahoma City, where traffic accidents claim too many lives each year, something needs to change. That’s where Vision Zero comes in. Vision Zero is a...

Winter in Oklahoma can turn roads into icy, unpredictable paths, which can make every trip a little more dangerous. When snow and ice blanket the highways, the safest option is to stay home and wait for conditions to improve. But life doesn’t always let us stay put. If you have to drive, the Oklahoma Department...

December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month and is a great time for everyone to address the dangers of drunk driving. Holidays such as Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve are especially deadly when it comes to drunk driving crashes. Impairment isn't just limited to alcohol; it also includes drugs, fatigue, and stress. Despite progress...

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, distracted driving accidents resulted in over 3,300 deaths across the United States in 2022. Teen drivers are also especially susceptible to distracted driving, which often results in severe and fatal car accidents. In Oklahoma, teen driving safety is under the spotlight as the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office...

In recent years, pedestrian accidents have surged across the country, including in Oklahoma. Thankfully, that trend began to shift last year, with Oklahoma seeing one of the largest declines in pedestrian fatalities in 2023, as reported by the Oklahoma City Free Press. Despite this progress, Oklahoma City officials stress the need to continue prioritizing pedestrian...

Many teenagers believe that driving under the influence of marijuana is less dangerous than alcohol, but the reality is that it poses serious risks. Marijuana can significantly impact driving ability, increasing the risk of a car accident that leaves drivers and passengers with serious injuries. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released a safety...

In a recent initiative, inspectors across 47 jurisdictions in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico conducted a total of 4,898 commercial motor vehicle inspections. These inspections were part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) annual brake-safety inspection and enforcement event. The CVSA’s Brake Safety Day is an unannounced event where inspectors focus on brake systems...

Oklahoma finds itself at the center of a growing controversy surrounding pedestrian safety. The state ranks among the top 20 in the United States for per capita pedestrian fatalities, which has raised alarm bells among safety advocates. However, what's drawing even more attention is Oklahoma's decision to set a 2024 target that anticipates an increase...

The "100 Deadliest Days of Summer," which spans from Memorial Day to Labor Day, is in full swing. During this period, increased traffic density can create congestion and heighten the risk of car accidents, especially when coupled with other dangerous driving behaviors. According to the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office, someone is injured in a crash...