On October 30, Missouri and Kansas observe "Buckle Up Phone Down (BUPD) Day," promoting seat belt use and minimizing distractions to reduce traffic fatalities.

On October 30, Missouri and Kansas will observe "Buckle Up Phone Down (BUPD) Day," an initiative aimed at reducing traffic fatalities by promoting seat belt use and minimizing distractions like cell phones. In Missouri, 63% of vehicle occupants killed in crashes were unbelted in 2023, while Kansas reported 387 traffic deaths, with 134 involving unrestrained individuals. Both states encourage participation through social media using hashtags #BUPD and #BUPDDay.

October 28, 2024
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