Drowsy Driving
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697 people were killed in drowsy-driving related crashes in 2019.
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According to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study, 1 in 25 drivers surveyed reported that they had fallen asleep while driving in the past 30 days.
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More than 50% of drowsy driving crashes involved drivers under the age of 25.
Signs of Driver Fatigue
- Yawning or blinking frequently
- Wandering or disconnected thoughts (daydreaming)
- Difficulty remembering the past few miles driven
- Missing an exit
- Drifting from lane or hitting a rumble strip
Drivers at Most Risk
- Commercial drivers (large trucks, tow trucks, tractor trailers or buses) who travel long distances and often at night
- Graveyard shift workers and employees on rotating or long shifts
- Young drivers
- People with untreated sleep disorders
Preventing Driver Sleepiness
- Get enough sleep (7 to 9 hours for adults)
- Stick to a consistent sleep schedule
- Avoid driving alone. Drowsy driving crashes often involve drivers traveling alone
- Take a break every two hours or 100 miles
- Avoid alcohol or taking medications that can make you sleepy. Don’t drive after taking medications with a “may cause drowsiness” or other driving/operating machinery warning label.