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Seat Belts
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Do you know what happens in the first fatal second after a car going 55 miles per hour hits a solid object?
The 2nd tenth finds the hood crumbling, rising and striking the windshield as the spinning rear wheels lift from the ground. Simultaneously, fenders begin wrapping themselves around the solid object. Although the cars frame has been halted, THE REST OF THE CAR IS STILL GOING 55 MILES PER HOUR. Instinct causes the driver to stiffen his legs against the crash and they snap at the knee joint.
- During the 3rd tenth of a second, the steering wheel starts to disintegrate and the steering column aims for the drivers chest.
- In the 5th tenth of the second, the driver is impaled on the steering column and blood rushes into his lungs.
- In the 7th tenth of the second, hinges rip loose, doors fly open and seats break free, striking the driver from behind.
NOW WILL YOU BUCKLE YOUR SEAT BELT?
The Hurffville Fire Company would like to meet everyone in our community, but not by accident, Please be fire safe, and drive safely.
For more info go to Basic Procedures, Home Fire Safety Tips, Smoke Detectors ,Home Fire Safety Checklist
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