Safe Kids Washoe County

08/06/2026

Not every electric ride qualifies as an e-bike or e-scooter under Nevada law. After a rise in complaints, Sparks police are reminding riders and parents what the law requires before heading out. Read what you need to know. Click the link in the comments.

08/06/2026

07/25/2026

Drowning can happen quickly and quietly, but a few simple precautions can help save lives.

Always supervise children around water, wear a life jacket when appropriate, learn CPR and never swim alone.

This , take time to review water safety tips with your family and help keep everyone safer this summer. Learn more from the
CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/drowning/prevention/index.html

06/23/2026

What is cold water drowning? Learn the signs of cold shock, hypothermia and cold water immersion, plus tips to stay safe on the water.

05/14/2026

Get your child's car seat checked for free this weekend! Renown Children’s Hospital and Safe Kids Washoe County are proud to host REMSA Health's next car seat safety checkpoint on Saturday, May 16 at 1095 E Second St. in Reno. The event will start at 9 a.m. and run until noon or after the first 30 cars, whichever comes first.

Volunteer Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be on site to inspect car seats for proper installation, check for any safety concerns or recalls, and ensure each seat is correctly fitted to both the child and the vehicle.

For more information, visit remsahealth.com/outreach.

04/09/2026

At Renown Children’s Hospital, cases of pediatric e‑bike‑related injuries increased by 730% between 2024 and 2025, with the average age of each patient being just 13 years old. Jorge Montano-Figueroa, Pediatric Injury Prevention Specialist at Renown Children’s Hospital, identified three key factors that are contributing to the rise in injuries as a result of e-bike usage:

✅ Lack of helmet use

✅ Higher riding speeds

✅ Limited access to safety education

Watch for quick safety tips that you and your child can put into play before their next e-bike ride. For more information, check out the Washoe County Sheriff's Office's e-bike safety insights: https://washoesheriff.com/general-information/staying-safe/ebike-safety.php

Additionally resources: https://www.ebikesmart.org