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SUBJ/101 CRITICAL DAYS OF SUMMER SAFETY MESSAGE// 
 
RMKS/1.  The Navy and Marine Corps are committed to a Culture of Safety year 
-round, but we place extra emphasis on safety during high-risk timeframes 
such as the 101 Critical Days of Summer, which runs from the beginning of 
Memorial Day weekend through the end of Labor Day weekend (24 May - 2 
September).  Historically, we lose more Sailors and Marines during this time 
of year than any other period.  Over the 2023 101 Critical Days of Summer, we 
lost 27 Sailors and Marines in off-duty private auto and motorcycle mishaps. 
 
2.  As the weather gets warmer, and the days grow longer, we will likely 
spend more time swimming, boating, riding motorcycles, and celebrating the 
season with fireworks and barbecues with family and friends.  We often take 
part in these potentially dangerous activities without stopping to think how 
to mitigate their risks, ultimately increasing the likelihood of injury or 
death. 
 
3.  We urge commanders, supervisors, and all Navy and Marine Corps personnel 
to take care of themselves, their families, and continue to look out for each 
other, both physically and mentally.  It should be our personal charge to 
ensure we are ready to win today, prepare for tomorrow, and sustain our 
warfighting readiness. 
 
4.  Our operational tempo remains high, as do the related stressors.  It is 
important to take the time this summer to enjoy family and friends, engage in 
your favorite activities and recharge your batteries - wisely and 
safely.  Assess and manage the risks in all you do and apply risk management 
principles and self-discipline.  We encourage all commanders, Sailors, and 
Marines to leverage the resources available via the Naval Safety Command 
website at: https://navalsafetycommand.navy.mil/. 
 
5.  Thank you and your families for your service to our naval team and our 
Nation.  We are proud to serve alongside all of you. 
 
6.  Released by the Honorable Carlos Del Toro, Secretary of the 
Navy, General Eric Smith, Commandant of the Marine Corps, and Admiral Lisa 
Franchetti, Chief of Naval Operations. 
 
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