(AAA)- On June 9, the death toll on Nebraska roadways climbed to 100 for this year. Tragically, the fatality rate in Nebraska is up 22 percent compared to the average reported for the same period for the previous four years.
With the start of the summer vacation season, AAA reminds all motorists to stay focused when behind the wheel. Avoid distractions as driving should never become a secondary task to conversations, food consumption, or making adjustments to onboard electronics which can cause a driver to lose focus. Many of the fatal injuries may have been prevented simply by buckling-up.
A review of the Nebraska crash records show that of the 79 vehicle occupants who died in car crashes this year, 72 percent were not using their safety belt. AAA also wants to remind motorists to be observant to pedestrians, motorcyclists, and bicyclists in the traffic mix. So far this year, six pedestrians have died on Nebraska roadways, up from four reported last year. All of the pedestrians who were struck and killed were adults. Three bicyclists and 11 motorcyclists also lost their lives in roadway crashes; more than twice as many compared to the previous year.
For helpful driving tips, and to review regulations and rules pertaining to operating a vehicle on Nebraska roadways, visit www.dmv.nebraska.gov and click-on the Nebraska Driver’s Manual.
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