City of Coos Bay release - The Coos Bay Police Department (CBPD), with support from the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), will be conducting a focused traffic safety enforcement blitz aimed at increasing seat belt use throughout the community. During the enforcement period, CBPD officers will conduct high‑visibility patrols focused on identifying drivers and passengers who are not properly restrained. Officers will provide information regarding the importance of seat belt use and, when appropriate, take enforcement action in accordance with Oregon law. The enhanced enforcement period will conclude on February 8, 2026. Seat belts are among the most effective tools for reducing the severity of injuries in motor vehicle crashes. Wearing a seat belt significantly increases the likelihood of surviving a crash and helps prevent serious or fatal injuries to drivers and passengers. “Seat belts save lives,” said Captain Lindahl of the Coos Bay Police Department. “This enforcement effort is about preventing injuries and fatalities on our roadways by reminding everyone that buckling up is a simple action that makes a critical difference.” The Coos Bay Police Department encourages all motorists and passengers to wear seat belts every time they travel, whether driving across town or on longer trips. Parents and caregivers are also reminded to ensure children are properly restrained in age‑appropriate car seats or booster seats. This enforcement effort is part of a broader traffic safety initiative supported by ODOT and NHTSA, whose mission is to reduce serious injuries and fatalities on Oregon roadways through education, enforcement, and community partnerships. For more information about traffic safety programs or seat belt requirements, please visit www.oregon.gov/ODOT or www.nhtsa.gov.