Most serious crashes involve impact speeds of less than 35 mph. 3 out of 4 crashes causing death occur within 25 miles of the crash victim s home. Failure to buckle up contributes to more fatalities than any other single traffic safety related behavior. Buckle Up Florida along with the Ocoee Police Department, state, county and other municipal law enforcement agencies throughout the state are joining a program that will save lives and prevent serious injuries. Law Enforcement s efforts occur throughout the year, but during this stepped up enforcement period, if you are traveling in a motor vehicle and are riding unrestrained, you will receive a citation.
Car crashes are a leading killer.