SAN ANGELO, TX -- A new report shows that Thanksgiving is the most dangerous Holiday to travel on highways and that November is the second most deadliest month on roads.
According to QuoteWizard, Thanksgiving is the deadliest holiday on National roads. From 2011 to 2015 there was a reported 1,929 deaths on Thanksgiving or the Thanksgiving weekend. 35.5% of these deaths were alcohol related.
As for the month as a whole, November has a fatal crash rate of 1.12 for every 100 million vehicle miles. These numbers were gathered between 2007-2017.
The following is the full list of deadly months to travel:
1. September 1.15 MM VMT
T-2. November 1.12 MM VMT
T-2. October 1.12 MM VMT
T-4. August 1.11 MM VMT
T-4. July 1.10 MM VMT
6. December 1.08 MM VMT
7. June 1.07 MM VMT
8. May 1.06 MM VMT
9. January 1.02 MM VMT
10. April 1.00 MM VMT
11. February 0.99 MM VMT
12. March 0.97 MM VMT
The holidays with the most fatalities are:
1. Thanksgiving 1,929 fatalities with 35.5% alcohol related
2. Labor Day 1,878 with 38.5% alcohol related
3. Independence Day 1,736 with 40.5% alcohol related
4. Memorial Day 1,684 with 39.5% alcohol related
Remember this holiday season to stay safe on the roads by driving the speed limit, not drinking and driving, and by always being aware of road conditions. If you see any reckless driving do not hesitate but to contact local authorities. Your vigilance could save a life.
Last year a major crash occurred on the Thanksgiving Holiday. Here's the story: Two Vehicle Crash Rolls SUV Upside Down on U.S. 67 North as Thanksgiving Travel Season Begins
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