The Department of Transportation and the State Patrol report a positive trend on Cornhusker State roads in 2021: the fewest roadway fatalities in five years.
They report 220 fatalities on Nebraska roads last year, a 5% drop from the 233 in 2020.
Last year marks the second consecutive yearly reduction in traffic fatalities across the state, down 11% from the total of 248 in 2019.
“This is promising news to have, indicating that Nebraskans are continuing to make safer choices while driving. Let’s continue this positive trend and see more lives spared on our roads,” said John Selmer, Director of NDOT.
The Patrol and NDOT encourage all motorists to follow traffic safety laws, put the phone down while driving, always drive sober, and always wear a seat belt.
“Our goal will always be to move toward zero fatalities, but this positive trend is encouraging,” said Colonel John Bolduc, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol. “It’s impossible to attribute the reduction to one factor, but safe driving of those who share our roadways will always have the biggest impact.”
(Picture from Nebraska State Patrol)