Stay Safe Bluffton - #JustDrive

Why:

More than 1,400 vehicle collisions annually occur in the Town of Bluffton.
Several Bluffton residents lose their lives annually on local roads.
Drivers are killed or severely injured in Beaufort County each year due to distracted driving.
Some at-fault drivers and victims will face life-altering financial burdens, lawsuits, and permanent physical injuries.
One collision or single-vehicle incident can result in driver's license suspension, insurance cancellation, or a damaged vehicle.
Stay focused and #JustDrive! Most drivers on the road are driving distracted. 65% of middle and high school students report they witness their parents regularly driving distracted.
Beaufort County school students signed this pledge to be eligible for a school parking pass.
Distracting driving affects all drivers, regardless of age.

Drive safely for myself and my family, being mindful that lives are lost in a second due to distracted driving.
Wear my seatbelt and ensure passengers wear theirs.
Keep music off or at a reasonable level to avoid audible distractions or aggressive driving.
Keep my hands on the steering wheel and avoid removing them for cell phone use or any other purpose, such as eating/drinking, brushing hair, applying make-up, or even flossing teeth.
Maintain my emotions while driving to avoid high rates of speed, erratic vehicle movements, or road rage.
Only operate a vehicle with a clear mind; never operate it under the influence of emotions, drugs, or alcohol.