Center for Advanced Public Safety, The University of Alabama

09/24/2026

In 2024, of the child passengers killed in crashes while riding with an unbuckled driver, 65% of those children were also unbuckled. This child passenger safety week, and always, parents and caregivers can model safety for their kids. Research shows there is a strong correlation between caregivers who buckle up and their child passengers’ seat belt use.

09/21/2026

It’s Child Passenger Safety Week and it’s time to make sure your child is in the proper seat.
Is your child ready to ride without a booster seat?
It’s not just about age or height. A child should stay in a booster seat until the vehicle’s seat belt fits properly, with the lap belt lying snugly across the upper thighs and the shoulder belt crossing the chest and shoulder. To learn more, visit https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/car-seats-and-booster-seats -the-right-car-seat-car-seat-recommendations

09/15/2026

Keep these tips in mind when meeting a school bus⬇

School buses are designed with safety in mind — from flashing stop-arms to high-visibility yellow paint and protective seat backing — but it's more dangerous for students to get ON and OFF the bus. 🚏

Here's how you — the driver — can help keep our kids even safer:

🛑 Stop for school buses.
🚸 Slow down in school zones and near bus stops.
📵 Stay focused and put away your cell phone.

09/07/2026

Shout-out to our friends at UA Safety for helping everyone!

Our Motorist Assistance Program (MAP) employees are always ready to help anyone on campus with tire inflation, a battery jump or fuel assistance...even the opposing team.

If you need MAP, call them at 205-348-0121

09/04/2026

Labor Day weekend is for making memories, not meeting law enforcement. If you drink, plan a sober ride home. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

08/21/2026

Cars heat up fast and leaving children behind is never safe. Spread the word to prevent hot car tragedies.

07/20/2026

A great reminder from TCSO to slow down every day! Check out the graphic for state traffic fatalities.

🚔 A Friendly Sunday Reminder 🚔

As the weekend comes to a close, many of us are heading home from the lake, the beach, church, or time with family and friends.

Please remember that a few minutes saved by speeding simply isn’t worth the risk. In Alabama, speeding plays a role in about one out of every four traffic fatalities, taking the lives of more than 250 people each year.

Someone is waiting for you to make it home today. Slow down, buckle up, and give yourself a little extra time. We’d much rather see you arrive safely than meet you on the side of the road.

Have a safe Sunday, Tuscaloosa County. 💙

07/15/2026

It’s better to be a few minutes late than not there at all. Speeding catches up with you.

07/13/2026

Operation slow down week‼️

🚔 𝑶𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑺𝒐𝒖𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒏 𝑺𝒍𝒐𝒘 𝑫𝒐𝒘𝒏 𝑱𝒖𝒍𝒚 13𝒕𝒉-19𝒕𝒉 🚔

🛣Slow down, buckle up, don't text and drive

From July 13th -19th the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office will join law enforcement agencies across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee for Operation Southern Slow Down, a regional traffic enforcement campaign focused on reducing speed-related crashes and saving lives.

Speeding continues to be a leading factor in fatal crashes, reducing reaction time and increasing the severity of collisions. During this campaign, Deputies will conduct increased enforcement on highways and roadways throughout our county.

🏁 Obey the speed limit
💺 Buckle up
📵 Stay focused on the road
⏰ Give yourself plenty of time to reach your destination

Remember: Getting there safely is more important than getting there quickly.

07/09/2026

It only takes a few SECONDS for a thief to strike. Protect yourself by locking your doors, keeping your keys with you and hiding your valuables out of sight. Small habits save big headaches. 🔒🔑 Visit NHTSA.gov/Theft for more tips.