Countdown continues on 100 deadliest days
Law enforcement agencies are entering the second week of a statewide mobilization known as the “100 Deadliest Days of Driving.” It refers to the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day each year.
Idaho State Police said Monday, the state appears to be headed toward a record number of fatality crashes this summer.
In 2017, 90 people died on Idaho’s roads during that time frame.
Since May 25 of this year, ISP had investigated 9 crashes that resulted in fatalities, including three motorcycle crashes.
“With the recent spike in fatal crashes, I want to take this opportunity to implore Idahoans to be extra cautious while on our roadways this summer,” said Colonel Kedrick Wills, ISP director. “It’s easier than ever to become distracted and to lose focus on what matters while driving, which is to keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road – and to remain sober and unimpaired. It only takes a moment to lose focus and to end up in a potentially fatal crash. Our hearts go out to the family members who are grieving the recent loss of their loved ones and also to the first responders who are always there; it never gets easier to work the scene of a fatal crash, especially when the victims include children.”
You have heard the advice before, but here are some reminders:
Buckle up – it’s the best defense if you’re in a crash Slow down, be patient. Give yourself plenty of time to get where you’re going. Drive sober! Impaired driving is a leading cause of accidents and resulting injuries and deaths on our roadways. Law enforcement will be watching closely this summer for signs of impaired driving. Just drive. Put down your phone and other distractions such as food. Give yourself some distance between you and the vehicle in front of you. Use the three-second rule. Promptly report suspected impaired drivers and other hazardous drivers to law enforcement. On your mobile phone, dial *ISP (*477) or just dial 9-1-1.
