Road Fatalities During The Thanksgiving Season. Why Do Accidents Increase?

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Thanksgiving is among the most celebrated holidays. But this holiday season is also considered to be among the deadliest holidays in the country, especially when it comes to traffic accidents and fatalities. Between the Wednesday prior to Thanksgiving Day and Sunday evening when the long weekend wraps up, thousands suffer mild to catastrophic injuries, and hundreds are killed in traffic crashes.

Why Do So Many Traffic Accidents Happen During Thanksgiving?

No one expects to get into a crash, especially when they are out and about celebrating Thanksgiving. But accidents can happen anywhere, at any time, and for any reason. Among the most common reasons why traffic accidents increase during Thanksgiving include the following:

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