Lane departure remains a leading cause of fatal crashes in North Dakota
For Immediate Release: Sep 25 2024
STATEWIDE, N.D. – Lane departure-related crashes accounted for more than half of the motor vehicle fatalities in North Dakota in 2023. Vision Zero urges drivers to remain vigilant and stay within their lane to help reduce the number of crashes and fatalities on North Dakota’s roads.
Single-vehicle lane departure crashes are especially common in rural areas and are a leading cause of severe injuries. These crashes occur when a vehicle crosses the edge or center line or leaves the roadway entirely, often resulting in a serious injury or death due to the typically high speeds involved.
North Dakota continues to install enhanced road safety features with proven measures such as wider edge line pavement markings, curve warning signs, cable median barriers and edge and center-line rumble strips, all of which are aimed at reducing lane departure incidents.
Drivers are reminded to take personal responsibility by wearing seat belts, using proper child safety seats, obeying all speed limits and driving sober and distraction-free. Together, these actions can help eliminate fatalities and serious injuries on North Dakota roadways.
Visit the North Dakota Crash Memorial Wall to view memorials built on the hope of preventing another death on North Dakota roads.
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