Why Colorado and Wyoming Have a Problem That Raises Surprises

When you’re at the top of the national rankings, that’s something to celebrate or worry about. These national rankings give us a glimpse into the things we should be proud of in Colorado and Wyoming, but they also point out the problems we have.

Unfortunately, the new ranking has highlighted a problem that we should pay more attention to.

Driving While Tired: A Problem in Colorado and Wyoming

Colorado and Wyoming lead the nation in drowsy-related driving deaths, according to a new report from Anidjar & Levine. Anidjar & Levine are accident lawyers who analyzed data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

According to their study, 4.5% of fatal crashes in Colorado are caused by driver exhaustion, and in Wyoming, 8.8% of fatal crashes are caused by drowsiness.

Wyoming and Colorado top the list of states with the highest rates of fatigue-related driving fatalities in the country.

Fatigue Driving in Colorado and Wyoming

I have been a driver on many road trips in my life. I usually pride myself on how long I can drive without stopping. On my last road trip, I quickly learned that stopping and resting is more efficient and safer.

There are no laws in Colorado that limit how much time you can spend on the road, but there are some recommendations.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration recommends that when traveling by car, a driver should not drive for more than 10 hours per day.

Make sure you are not putting yourself or others in danger. Don’t feel bad that you need a break.