Load up on patience and understanding for the holiday weekend. Heavy traffic congestion and delays can further contribute to our holiday-gathering stress. It’s another Thanksgiving holiday weekend. In the lead up to the holiday, we hear many radio and television programs giving advice and pointers on how to survive…
When it comes to sleep, it is not surprising that 1 in 3 Americans are sleep deprived according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Whether your sleep deprivation is due to a new baby, late nights socializing, extended work shifts or simply long hours of work, we often cut…
Drive Sober, Defensively and Alert The National Safety Council estimates 462 people may die on US roadway this Independence Day holiday period. Typically, the NSC estimate has a 90% confidence interval for predicting the number of fatal motor vehicle crashes. We can each make safe driving and celebrating decisions that…
Memorial Day Weekend is the official beginning of summer and the launch of summer road trips. The number of miles traveled greatly increases at the end of May and continues throughout the summer. More people on the roadway can increase the likelihood of a car crash. In addition to road…
Wrong-Way Crashes Result in Multiple MO Fatalities There have been six (6) fatalities in Missouri in the first nine days of 2022 involving three (3) wrong-way motor vehicle collisions. These preventable fatal crashes have resulted in tragic loss of life and serious injuries. Each crash is under investigation by the…
Safe Travel on the Roadways During the Holidays This is not a post about viruses or safe health habits during the holidays. These are safety reminders about the dangers of holiday road travel. Since March 2020, holiday plans seem to be ever-changing and can be quite frustrating. Many are returning…
Drunk driving leads to thousands of accidents every year. Alcohol affects a person’s vision, coordination, judgment, and reaction time, which are all needed for safe driving. Despite knowing the dangers of drunk driving, too many people still decide to drive under the influence of alcohol and put those around them…
I always know it is springtime when I hear that certain sound in my neighborhood of a motorcycle engine. I welcome that sound because it means the weather is getting better. After a brutal St. Louis winter, we are all excited about the sounds, smells, and warmth of spring. The…
Opening Day in St. Louis If you are heading downtown St. Louis to join all of the Opening Day festivities of the Cardinals, do Two things! One–have a great time! Two–plan your way home Before you start the party! Today marks the formal dedication of the Cardinals Hall of Fame…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) report confirmed that traffic fatalities increased by 3.3 percent from 2011 to 2012. The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) data indicated that highway deaths increased from 33,561 in 2012, which is 1,082 more fatalities than in 2011. The majority of the increase in…
