Drowsy driving is on the rise, and with it, the related collisions. Most drowsy related collisions happen during our normal sleep cycle (between midnight and 6 am) or after lunch (1 pm to 3 pm). Demographically, young men and shift workers are most likely to be driving during the sleep-cycle hours.
Early this morning, three teens were sent to the hospital when one of them fell asleep behind the wheel. Often times, it is hard to grasp just how severe the consequences can be for simple mistakes made in a car.
Drivers can reduce the risk of a drowsy related collision by getting adequate rest before driving or by pulling off the road for a short nap when they notice signs of drowsiness such as yawning, "burning" eyes, or heavy eyelids. Although caffeine can provide a short-term boost, sleep is the best cure for being tired.
Driver's should also diligently avoid distractions while driving. Driving itself is multitasking because you're paying attention to everything around you, 360 degrees. You're paying attention to your speed. You're paying attention to your lane position. There's so much going on, you can't add to that.
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