Did you know that Thanksgiving is one of the most dangerous holidays of the year?
When most people think dangerous days, their first thoughts usually go to the Super Bowl or Fourth of July. Yes, those days can be dangerous, too, but between car accidents, heart attacks and cooking and serving mishaps, Thanksgiving is the most dangerous day of the year.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported in 2012 that there were more car-related deaths on Thanksgiving Day than any other day of the year. A large portion of these deaths are related to drunk driving and failure to wear a seat belt. Depending on where you are in the country, you may also face hazardous winter weather conditions, which can compound the risk of being injured or dying in a car accident.
Thanksgiving should be a time for family and fun, not car accidents. Here are some safety tips to help you avoid Thanksgiving’s hazards: