As Thanksgiving and Christmas time are approaching, the 2011 holiday season is in full swing. With crowds filling the streets on Black Friday and shoppers hustling around to get their Christmas shopping done, it’s no wonder that drivers are a little more frantic and aggressive on Florida roads during the holiday time.
Additionally, many people are traveling to holiday parties where alcohol is often consumed before getting back into vehicles and driving away. Holiday parties can lead to drunk driving and possible South Florida car accidents if drivers aren’t prepared to take taxi cabs back home or didn’t plan ahead to designate an alternative driver.
During this time, college students and family members are also traveling home for the holidays. Some people fly, but others often take long road trips to reach their destinations. Because there are more people on the roads during this time of the year, safety during the holiday season will help reduce traffic accidents in South Florida and stop from spoiling the spirit of the holidays.
Traffic Tips for the 2013 Holiday Season:
- Always wear your seat belt.
- Allow plenty of time to reach your destination.
- Do not be in a hurry or speed.
- Get an oil change and routine maintenance done prior to your trip.
- Check your tire pressure and tread depth.
- Plan your route, and have a map on hand or navigation system so you won’t get lost.
- Bring your cell phone for emergencies.
- Do not drive after consuming alcohol.
- Do not drive drowsy.
- Do not text and drive or drive distracted.
Don’t allow yourself or someone you love to be another statistic. In 2010, 38 people died on Thanksgiving weekend in Florida, and 15 were caused by alcohol-related crashes. During Christmas the same year, eight people died from drunk driving, and 24 people died in Florida traffic crashes.
By following these tips for safe driving this holiday season, you may save your life and the life of someone else. If you or someone you love was injured in a South Florida car crash due to someone else’s negligence, please contact a Fort Lauderdale personal injury lawyer to find out your rights to financial compensation.
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