In nearby Irving, the police department is issuing a reminder about school zone safety as the new school year approaches. The use of hand-held cellphones and other electronic communication devices is prohibited in active school zones. This ban includes talking, dialing, listening, and texting on these devices.

Hands-free devices are allowed in school zones, according to the Irving Police Department. The department has also released general safety tips for drivers, parents, and students. These tips include staying alert and minimizing distractions near schools, stopping for school buses when necessary, and obeying posted speed limits.

Further details on school zone safety and the phone ban are available from the Irving Police Department. Residents can consult the department's statement for more information on the rules and reminders in place for the upcoming school year.