Motorists urged to continue responsible behavior
Nebraska Department of Transportation
LINCOLN — Nebraska started 2023 with significantly fewer fatalities on state roads than the past three years, according to Bill Kovarik, Nebraska Highway Safety Administrator.
“We had eight fatalities in 2023 — compared to 26 fatalities in 2022, 24 fatalities in 2021 and 17 fatalities in January 2020,” Kovarik said. “After 254 fatalities for the entire year of 2022, it is great to see fewer fatalities at the beginning of 2023.”
Motorists are urged to continue to take responsibility for their driving behaviors by wearing seat belts, driving sober, keeping eyes and attention on the road, – never driving distracted or drowsy - and driving at proper speeds. This is a friendly reminder to continue to be safer road users, and drive at safer speeds that are contributing to safer roads in Nebraska. Buckle Up, Phone Down!