By Sgt. Troy Christianson

Question: I caught part of the news the other night and heard something about the 100 deadliest days. Can you get me more information on that?

Answer: I certainly can. Here is some information we shared on the Minnesota Department of Safety blog. The Minnesota State Patrol is urging drivers to make smart, safe decisions as the state enters what is known as the “100 deadliest days” on the road.

This stretch, from Memorial Day through Labor Day, is the most dangerous time of year to travel in Minnesota. It coincides with peak travel nationwide and a troubling spike in fatal crashes.

In 2024, Minnesota saw 151 traffic deaths during this period. By year’s end, at least 479 people had died on the state’s roads.

“Our troopers work hard every year to keep fatalities

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