BILLINGS— Traffic crashes are expected to increase as the holiday season ramps up.

According to the National Road Safety Foundation , the few weeks leading up to New Year’s Day are some of the most dangerous on American roads, as fatigue and alcohol consumption increase.

Watch why accidents increase over holiday season: Traffic accidents expected to increase over holiday season

“This time of year, it should be a festive season, a happy time when we're together with friends and family. But unfortunately, also at this time of the year, traffic crashes and fatalities do jump up a bit,” said David Reich, director of public relations at the foundation.

“People think that they can even have one beer, and that it won't affect them or one glass of wine. But it can affect you,” he added.

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