As the weather warms up and many people begin to consider traveling for vacations, you may want to consider these statistics on drowsy driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says that:
- 100,000 crashes occur every year because of drowsy driving.
- 1,550 deaths are attributed to accidents caused by drowsy driving each year.
- 71,000 people are injured in drowsy driving accidents every year.
- Drowsy driving causes $12.5 billion in damages every year.
If you are considering hitting the road for a vacation, be sure to take these precautions to avoid driving while sleepy.
- Get plenty of sleep in the two or three nights before you take a trip. Adults need between seven and nine hours of sleep to feel rested, and several nights with inadequate sleep can take its toll.
- Take breaks every two or three hours. Get out of the car, walk around, get some coffee, and have a sugary snack to help you stay alert.
- Recruit a travel companion to help take turns with driving. If your companion doesn’t drive, they can talk to you to help you stay awake. They can also monitor you for signs of sleepiness.
Be safe on the road this spring. Protect yourself, your family, and other drivers from the dangers of drowsy driving by taking these precautions.
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