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Close to 20% of fatalities on the road are related to alcohol. This is why is it is very important to not drink and drive.
In the United States, alcohol is involved in about 28% of all traffic-related fatalities. This percentage can vary depending on factors such as location, age group, and time of day. Driving under the influence remains a significant contributor to road accidents and fatalities.
Alcohol-related traffic fatalities.
There are approximately 50,000 traffic fatalities per year in the United States. About half are alcohol related.
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Drunken driving is the leading cause of alcohol related death.
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43%
Decreased due to increased awareness campaigns, stricter laws on driving under the influence, and advances in technology like rideshare services for safer transportation options.