North Carolina and State Farm Host Car Seat Distribution for Hurricane Helene Victims

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December 3, 2024 – Asheville, NC – In response to the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on Western North Carolina, the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM), Safe Kids North Carolina, State Farm and Safe Kids Western North Carolina have joined forces to host a car seat distribution event for families in need. The distribution will take place on Saturday, December 7th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Reynolds Fire Department in Asheville.

This initiative will ensure families affected by Hurricane Helene have access to safe child car seats, an urgent need for many displaced by the recent disaster. Certified Child Passenger Safety (CPS) technicians will be on site to assist with car seat installation and train caregivers on the proper use of car seats.

“Families in Western North Carolina faced many challenges following Hurricane Helene,” said State Fire Marshal Brian Taylor. “Providing car seats and safety education is one way we can support
They support parents and carers to rebuild and ensure their children are safe along the way. We are grateful to Safe Kids NC, Safe Kids Western NC and State Farm for helping make this event possible.”

About Safe Kids North Carolina:

Safe Kids North Carolina is dedicated to preventing childhood injuries, the leading cause of death among children in the United States. Through education, partnerships and safety initiatives, Safe Kids NC is committed to informing and empowering families and communities to prevent injuries.

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