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Reports predicted that roughly 60 percent more people would travel more than 50 miles away from home for Memorial Day in 2021 compared to 2020 \u2013 and holiday traffic could increase even […]","datePublished":"2022-05-17","dateModified":"2024-05-23","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.wardblacklaw.com\/blog\/author\/wardblacklaw\/#Person","name":"Ward Black Law","url":"https:\/\/www.wardblacklaw.com\/blog\/author\/wardblacklaw\/","identifier":10,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ed4d0accdb5c5876562d59b144de2311865aa36149afe6028b75bd28f5a44cb3?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ed4d0accdb5c5876562d59b144de2311865aa36149afe6028b75bd28f5a44cb3?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Ward Black Law","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.wardblacklaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/logo.png","url":"https:\/\/www.wardblacklaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/logo.png","width":116,"height":119}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.wardblacklaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/top-road-safety-tips-memorial-day-weekend.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.wardblacklaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/top-road-safety-tips-memorial-day-weekend.jpg","height":708,"width":1000},"url":"https:\/\/www.wardblacklaw.com\/blog\/top-road-safety-tips-memorial-day-weekend\/","about":["Auto Accidents"],"wordCount":607,"articleBody":"As pandemic-related restrictions and travel hesitancy continue to dissolve throughout the U.S.,\u00a0local authorities\u00a0urge drivers to stay safe and plan for Memorial Day weekend. Reports predicted that roughly 60 percent more people would travel more than 50 miles away from home for Memorial Day in 2021 compared to 2020 \u2013 and holiday traffic could increase even more in 2022.With this in mind, the Greensboro\u00a0car accident attorneys\u00a0at\u00a0Ward Black Law\u00a0have provided the following tips to help you reach your destination safely as traffic surges this Memorial Day Weekend.Make it to your destination safely this Memorial Day weekend courtesy of these tips from Ward Black Law.Have Your Car ServicedHave your car inspected and repaired as necessary to ensure the following essential components, systems, and safety features are in good shape, such as:Tire pressure, tread depth, and rotationSpare tire and portable car jackWindshield wiper blades and washer fluidBattery, spark plugs, and lightsOil, coolant, and other fluid levelsPack a Bag of Essentials in Case of EmergenciesIn the event of a roadside emergency, you\u2019ll want to keep a bag packed with \u201csurvival kit\u201d items such as:Rain protectionFirst aid kitFlashlightsFresh batteriesRoad flares or conesShop rags or towelsDrinking waterNon-perishable snacksBasic toolsBattery or solar device chargersPlan Ahead to Avoid Peak Traffic TimesIn previous years,\u00a0analysts have predicted\u00a0peak traffic congestion during the late afternoons and early evenings leading up to holiday weekends, especially between 2:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays. To avoid delays, consider traveling before or after peak hours and planning your return trip for Monday when fewer people are on the road.Get Plenty of Rest Before You DriveAccording to the\u00a0Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\u00a0(CDC), the cognitive effects of going 24 hours without sleep are equivalent to the impact of a blood-alcohol level above the legal limit. Allow yourself plenty of time for good quality rest anytime you plan to drive.Never Drive While ImpairedYou probably know that driving with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 or more is illegal. Still, you may not know that even relatively small amounts of alcohol or drugs can significantly impair driving ability. If you plan to partake this Memorial Day weekend, find a reliable designated driver.Put Your Phone Down and Avoid DistractionsAccording to the\u00a0National Highway Traffic Safety Administration\u00a0(NHTSA), our eyes are occupied for an average of five seconds any time we send or read a text. If a driver chooses to text while driving at just 55 mph, they can effectively travel the length of a football field without looking at the road ahead. You can avoid dangerous driving distractions by putting your phone away and adjusting vehicle controls before driving.Allow Yourself Plenty of Extra Travel TimeIf you intend to drive long distances this Memorial Day weekend, give yourself plenty of extra travel time and take safety precautions such as:Planning to take a break once every 100 miles or two hoursTraveling with a companion who can keep you alert and share the driveTaking extra care when driving on monotonous roadsStopping in safe locations to rest or nap when neededIf You Were Injured in an Accident Due to Another Party\u2019s Negligence, Call the Experienced Personal Injury Lawyers at Ward Black LawNo one plans on being injured in a car accident on Memorial Day. If the unthinkable happens and a negligent driver harms you, turn to the Greensboro car accident attorneys at\u00a0Ward Black Law. Call or text (336) 333-2244 or\u00a0contact us now\u00a0for a free case review."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.wardblacklaw.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Roadway Safety Tips for Memorial Day Weekend Traffic","item":"https:\/\/www.wardblacklaw.com\/blog\/top-road-safety-tips-memorial-day-weekend\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]