If Florence damaged your car seat, the state has a new one for you
Safe Kids North Carolina, a program of the state
Floodwaters can do a number on car seats. Not only do the cloth and cushions harbor mold, but the metal parts can rust, weakening the seats or causing them to not work properly. Simply drying one out may not be enough, according to state Insurance Commissioner
"A lot of parents, grandparents and caregivers might not realize that flooding can have a tremendous negative impact on the functionality of your child's safety seat," Causey said in a statement.
Safe Kids North Carolina has nearly 400 cars seats available and another 100 on order, said director
To qualify for a new one, parents or caregivers must bring a valid North Carolina ID, their child and either their damaged car seat or proof of hurricane damage. A technician will be on hand to explain how the new seat works and make sure it is installed correctly.
The new seats will be available at the following locations:
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For more information about Safe Kids North Carolina, go to www.ncdoi.com/OSFM/SafeKids/.
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