Nov. 14, 2024 ‘Missiles’ taking out highway commuters Air Education and Training Command recently lost a family member when a loose tow hitch detached from a vehicle and became a deadly projectile. The object broke through the windshield of the trailing vehicle, instantly killing the young passenger.
April 4, 2024 Solar Eclipse: Apocalyptic, but not in ways you might expect A total solar eclipse is nearly upon us, and it comes with some serious safety threats beyond the obvious risk of damage to your eyes.
Dec. 15, 2023 ‘Mr. Invincible’ and the holiday exodus A former Airman experiences a case of "get-there-itis" during the holiday exodus. His 18-hour trip home is fraught with danger and some tough lessons learned.
April 27, 2023 Commentary: Is tragedy worth the rush? Next time you’re driving, whether it’s coming to work, driving to lunch, or leaving for the day, I urge you to consider your own driving behaviors. Ask yourself if you are putting others’ safety at risk by speeding, reading text messages or simply being careless. Can you afford to pay for violating
June 13, 2022 Safety concerns arise as electric scooters and bikes become popular on Hill People on Hill AFB took 938 trips and rode nearly 1,000 miles in May on Lime electric scooters and electric bikes, which have become popular, but are often ridden without personal protection equipment. Members of the 75th ABW Safety office have become increasingly concerned as people are seen
July 1, 2021 Air Force, local leaders address traffic safety around Plant 42 Operating Location Plant 42 hosted local civic leaders, law enforcement and mission partners to address traffic safety around the facility in Palmdale, California, June 30.
Dec. 3, 2019 USAFE - AFAFRICA Traffic Safety Motor vehicle accidents continue to be among the leading causes of fatalities each year across the Air Force, and U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa Airmen are not exempt. Whether commuting to work in Italy, heading out on holiday in the U.K., or driving on the local autobahn in