ICBC urges drivers to stay alert and take breaks when driving

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ICBC is warning drivers about the dangers of long drives, hot summer temperatures, and the fatigue these can lead to. (Energeticcity.ca)

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. – ICBC is warning drivers about the dangers of long drives, hot summer temperatures, and the fatigue these can lead to.

In a July 31st press release, ICBC encouraged drivers to be aware of the dangers of driver fatigue, including distracted driving, accidental speeding, having difficulty staying within your lane, and general problems with focus.

According to ICBC data, the number of driver injuries and deaths each month due to driver-fatigue-related crashes increases by 58 per cent in July and August compared to other months.

On average, two people are killed, and 562 people are injured throughout the province over the B.C. Day long weekend, according to ICBC data ranging from 2018 to 2022.

According to the same data, an average of 24 people are injured in 130 crashes over the B.C. Day long weekend in Northern B.C.

To reduce driver fatigue, drivers are encouraged to take breaks when necessary during long drives and to be aware of their focus levels and concentration when driving.