ENFIELD: Wearing a seat belt is the most effective way to prevent injury or death in crashes for adults and older children.
Cpl. Chatele Eagan, with East Hants RCMP, said that seat belts reduce serious crash-related injuries and deaths by about half.
“No matter how short your trip is, use your seat belt every time,” said Cpl. Eagan.
“Make sure you are wearing your seat belt as it was designed to be worn.”
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