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- 08 Apr 2025
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- by travelandtourworld
- 18 Mar 2025
- in travel
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In Massachusetts alone, data from the IMPACT Crash Data Portal reports 2,887 crashes on March 17 and 18 from 2020 to 2024, resulting in 680 injuries and nine fatalities. Thirty-five of these crashes were attributed to impaired driving.
AAA Northeast is reinforcing its annual warning, reminding party goers that a designated sober driver or alternate transportation plan is essential.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that one-third of all traffic fatalities in the U.S. involve impaired drivers.
Additionally, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) supports strict DUI enforcement efforts during major holidays, urging states to increase sobriety checkpoints and law enforcement patrols to deter reckless driving.
State-level initiatives also emphasize increased awareness and preventative actions:
AAA Northeast and NHTSA recommend these essential safety tips:
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