Happening Today: Child car seat safety checks in Orange County

Is your child’s car seat installed properly?

If you aren’t quite sure, you’re not alone.

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But the Orange County Sheriff’s Office wants to make sure all children are as safe as possible when they’re riding in vehicles.

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So the agency has set up an opportunity for parents and guardians to check if the car seats their kids travel in are properly secured.

The event is happening on Thursday, April 11.

FILE IMAGE: Child's car seat in vehicle.
FILE IMAGE: Child's car seat in vehicle.

From 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., an OCSO Occupant Protection Specialist will be available to check for proper seat installation and answer questions.

The event will be held at Orange County Fire Rescue Department located at:

  • 2700 North Apopka Vineland Road, Orlando, Florida 32818

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