Danger in Alabama: Memorial Day Accidents

The National Safety Council estimates 450 people may lose their lives on U.S. roads during Memorial Day weekend.
The federal government says U.S. roads are the most dangerous in 16 years.
Drunk driving is not the only impairment concern. Opioid and marijuana use are major hinderances to safe travel.
AAA reports 50% of residents say they plan to travel more this summer than last year, with about 1 in 3 saying it will be their first significant summer trip since 2019.
Speeding is a factor in more than a quarter of all traffic deaths.
With summer beginning, more bikers and walkers are using the roads.
Pediatric vehicular heatstroke is still the leading cause of non-crash motor vehicle-related deaths for children. Since 1998, more than 900 children in the U.S. have died sitting in cars.
Alcohol sales are up in Alabama with an increase of more than $60 million.
Alabama law enforcement says boating accidents may be up because of high usage this weekend.

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