05/28/2024

Ohio Authorities Warn of '100 Deadliest Days' of Summer for Teen Drivers

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is alerting people to the danger

The 100 deadliest days of summer, which covers the time between Memorial and Labor days, has begun. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the average number of teen crashes increases dramatically during this time.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) reports that Franklin County is one of the top five counties to see the most fatal crashes during this time involving teens. Troopers are taking this time to encourage young people to pay more attention while they're on the road.

According to the Ohio Traffic Safety Office, in 2023, there were more than 100 fatal youth-related crashes in Ohio between Memorial and Labor days.

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