Memorial Day weekend is the kickoff to summertime activities, but it is also the start of seeing many more cars on the roads.
"Young drivers are out of high school," said Anita Pepper, Public Information Officer, Nevada Office of Traffic Safety. "Young drivers are out of college. So, it's just a time when people aren't in school and they're out enjoying their summer break. They're out taking road trips and also more people in general are taking road destination trips."
From this holiday weekend to Labor Day is what the Nevada Office of Traffic Safety calls the 100 Deadliest Days on the road.
Last year, 112 people died in crashes during this time period and they say there are two common factors that occur with deadly crashes.
"A lot of what we see on the roads is impaired driving and speed," Pepper said. "So, we just remind everyone to obey the speed limit. The speed limit exists for a reason, it's not just a suggestion."
The Office of Traffic Safety is reminding people to always wear a seatbelt and to never drive impaired or distracted.
They say if you suspect someone is driving impaired, if safe to do so, pull over and call 911.
Pepper says that drivers should always be scanning the roads, driving defensively and keeping two hands on the steering wheel.
She also says that both pedestrians and drivers should be on the lookout for one another.
"And we always encourage everyone, both pedestrians and drivers to make sure they see each other and look each other in the eye," Pepper said. "If you're crossing the street, take great care that the cars can see you."
The warmer weather will also bring more bike riders near the roadways.
So, Pepper reminds bikers that they need to obey traffic laws and be aware of their surroundings.
"We just want to remind bicyclists to please wear protective gear, wear a helmet, wear something bright so cars can you see you," she said. "When there's a bike lane, absolutely use the bike lane."
