Distracted Driving


 ​Did you know that drivers who are distracted by food or drink are 3.6 times more likely to be involved in a collision?

 
Cell phone use is one of the most common forms of distracted driving.
 
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides some eye-opening data and invites us all to Take the Pledge to help reduce the risk.
Distracted Driving | NHTSA
 
Read up, take the pledge to drive phone-free, and share with your family and friends.
 
Help Brock-Norton end Distracted Driving! 

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