12/22/2022
THE TOP TEN MOST DANGEROUS STATES TO DRIVE IN DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON
Christmas may be a time of great joy and celebration as we mark the birth of our Savior, but it is also a time of danger on our roadways. Alcohol fueled merrymaking and bad weather can make for some perilous driving. The National Safety Council estimates that just under 350 people could die in fatal auto accidents this holiday season.
ValuePenguin analyzed holiday-related motor vehicle accident statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and determined the top ten most dangerous states for holiday driving.
10. Florida
9. Maine
8. Montana
7. Missouri
6. South Carolina
5. Alabama
3. (Tie) New Mexico
3. (Tie) Louisiana
2. South Dakota
1. Mississippi
Even if you don't live in or drive through any of the top ten this Christmas season, be aware that the roads are just a little more hazardous this time of year. Keep your head on a swivel, practice safe driving habits and you might just save yourself and your family a whole lot of trouble and or heartache. Stay safe out there and Merry Christmas, from our family to yours!