Holiday travel safety tips

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  • By Senior Airman Brittany Barker
  • 23rd Wing Public Affairs
MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. --  Members of the 23rd Wing are reminded to exercise caution while traveling during the holiday season. Practicing safe travel tips and being aware of the conditions around you can greatly reduce the risk of being involved in an accident or incident.

- Check road conditions and the weather report 
- Have a certified mechanic check your car before the trip 
- Always wear your seatbelt 
- Do not rush, always obey posted speed limits 
- Do not eat too much, overeating may cause fatigue 
- Never drive while under the influence of alcohol 
- If traveling by airline, do not pack valuables into checked luggage, put them in your carry-on luggage 
- Fly on nonstop routings, most accidents occur during the take-off and landing phases of flights 
- Pay attention to the pre-flight briefing, it offers valuable safety information 
- Put your contact information on the inside and outside of every bag, immediately report all lost luggage

For more holiday traveling safety advice contact the 23rd Wing Safety office at 257-3784.