National Death Busters Day

National Death Busters Day is an annual American holiday dedicated to road hazards. It has a floating date, as it is observed every Friday in May before Memorial Day. This makes sense, as traffic accidents tend to increase during the holidays when many people travel to visit family and friends.

History

The history of National Death Busters Day is unknown. The holiday was created to raise awareness and prevent accidents on the roads by encouraging drivers to follow necessary safety precautions when traveling in personal vehicles.

An increase in road accidents is consistently recorded during holidays. This can be explained by the fact that more people are traveling to vacation spots or visiting relatives. It’s important to pay attention to the road, avoid exceeding the speed limit, and always allow pedestrians to cross at designated areas. Researchers have found that most accidents are caused by driver carelessness, so drive at a moderate speed and stay alert!

Interesting Facts

• Statistics show that black cars are involved in accidents 30% more often than white cars.
• When talking on the phone while driving, a driver’s reaction time is similar to that of a 70-year-old or someone with a moderate level of intoxication.
• Most fatal accidents occur on weekends, especially between 11:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m.

How to Celebrate

Adhere to safe driving rules: don’t exceed the speed limit, stop at crosswalks, and avoid overtaking oncoming traffic.

Share information about the holiday on social media. Ask users if they have ever been in an accident, and invite them to share their stories.

When is National Death Busters Day in 2025?

National Death Busters Day is observed on the Friday before Memorial Day (the last Monday of May).

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