Thanksgiving has come and gone, but police will still be out in full force looking for drunk and distracted drivers through the extended weekend. We’ve already explained on the blog that the night before Thanksgiving is one of the most dangerous nights on the road because of the uptick in drunk drivers, but the whole weekend is one of the more deadly stretches of the year.
Aside from individuals who like to ring in the holiday with some spirits, Thanksgiving is also a huge travel day with millions of Americans on the road. When you couple that with the worsening weather and road conditions, and the fact that deer season is in full effect, it’s easy to see why Thanksgiving is a dangerous time to be a driver. But how does Thanksgiving stack up to some of the other holidays during the winter?
Holiday Drinking Trends
Alcohol plays a big role in traffic fatalities this time of year, but is one holiday more dangerous than the other? To answer that question we turn to this handy infographic from Scram Systems. Scram Systems is a company that makes devices that measure a person’s blood alcohol content. Oftentimes used after a previous alcohol-related conviction, these systems often worn on the ankle or equipped to an offender’s vehicle help ensure they follow the regulations set forth in their probation order. Their site has a lot of helpful information, so after you’re done looking at this infographic, be sure to head over to their site for even more facts and figures.
Below, you’ll see how the holidays affect DUIs and traffic fatalities across the US. It is a sobering reminder to make good decisions this weekend and through the upcoming holidays. So when you’re celebrating this weekend, please make smart choices so we can all make it home for the holidays. (Click to enlarge)
