As millions of Americans prepare to travel for Thanksgiving, safety experts and law enforcement officials are urging drivers to prioritize preparation and responsible driving to ensure a safe holiday season.Thanksgiving is one of the busiest and most dangerous travel periods on the roads.At a press conference Tuesday, Vermont officials emphasized the importance of wearing seat belts.“From 2014 to 2023, over 40% of fatalities in Vermont involved unbelted occupants who had a seat belt accessible to them. That translates to 253 Vermonters over the past 10 years,” said Erin Sisson, deputy chief engineer at the Vermont Agency of Transportation.Law enforcement officials across New England will increase their presence on the roads to ensure compliance with traffic laws.Lt. Paul Ravelin of the Vermont State Police encouraged drivers to plan thoroughly before traveling.“To help ensure you get where you’re going, plan ahead. Research your route, check weather apps, monitor road conditions and watch …