EDITORIAL: The 100 Deadliest Days are here
Summer has arrived, which means we are now entering the most dangerous period on America's roads. The stretch between Memorial Day and Labor Day — aptly named the 100 Deadliest Days — claims more lives in traffic accidents than any other time of year. As families prepare for vacations, beach trips and summer adventures, we must also prepare to drive with care and responsibility.
Gov. Brad Little's proclamation of Safe Driver Week comes at a great time. The statistics from Idaho's roads tell a story that mirrors what's happening nationwide. Between 2020 and 2024, impaired driving was a factor in 41% of all fatal crashes in our state. Aggressive driving contributed to nearly half of all serious injury crashes, which means many of these accidents could have been prevented.
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