Manitoba Public Insurance wants to make people aware of the dangers of driving while tired.
In a poll conducted by Manitoba Public Insurance, almost half of the respondents said they drove while drowsy at least once. This includes feeling drowsy while driving on a long trip, during the day or at night.
On average, 83 crashes each year are related to some form of driver fatigue, according to MPI data. Over the 10 year period from 2007 to 2016, around seven of these collisions result in a fatality or serious injury annually.
MPI says it’s important that drivers remember to build in time for frequent breaks to make sure you get to your destination safely.
Drivers should build in time for potential travel delays due to severe weather, traffic congestion or road construction.
Some fatigue warning symptoms to watch for while driving:
- •can't stop yawning
- •have trouble keeping your eyes open
- •can't remember the last few kilometers you've driven
- •car starts drifting within your lane
- •unable to concentrate and find that your thoughts wander
