School Zones: Making Daylight Savings Time Safe for Kids

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This webpage describes how daylight saving time can make it harder for kids to stay safe in school zones because it is darker in the mornings. The article gives tips for drivers and parents to help keep children safe, like slowing down, paying attention near schools, and making sure kids wear bright clothes. It also shares resources for learning more about safety during daylight saving time changes.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audience: Families & Children

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Accidents, Traffic; Risk Factors; Schools; Pedestrians

Institutions: South Carolina Department of Public Safety

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