During the Autumn Outing Season in September-October, Traffic Accident Fatalities Exceed Those of the Summer Vacation Period

Status of Monthly Traffic Accident Fatalities in the Last 5 Years (2017-2021) / Provided by Korea Road Traffic Authority

[Asia Economy Reporter Seongpil Cho] The Korea Road Traffic Authority urged compliance with traffic safety rules during the holiday travel season, noting a sharp increase in traffic accident fatalities in September and October.

On the 21st, the Authority announced that an analysis of monthly traffic accident statistics over the past five years (2017?2021) showed that out of a total of 17,312 traffic accident fatalities, the highest number occurred in October with 1,751 deaths (10.1%). September followed with 1,601 deaths (9.2%), which the Authority noted is higher than the numbers recorded in July (1,407) and August (1,505), the summer vacation months.

Fatal traffic accidents, defined as accidents resulting in deaths, were also concentrated in September and October. Of the total 16,754 fatal traffic accidents over the past five years, 1,700 (10.1%) occurred in October. September ranked second with 1,553 cases (9.3%).

The Authority urged safe driving and the use of seat belts in all seats during the holiday season when outdoor activities increase due to cooler weather. A representative from the Authority said, "This year, the number of travelers during the holiday season is expected to increase further due to late vacations caused by continuous heavy rains. When going out or traveling, special attention must be paid to drowsy and drunk driving, wearing seat belts in all seats, and maintaining safe distances to ensure traffic safety."

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