Police Warn North Dakota Pedestrians about Dangers
Pedestrian accidents are certainly nothing new, but they have a devastating impact when they happen. As temperatures are on the rise across North Dakota, police are warning pedestrians to be even more careful. Despite the fact that there are plenty of designated walking zones and walking to and from destinations is becoming a more popular…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Car Accidents and North Dakota Teenagers
Car Accidents and Teenagers in North Dakota Communities across North Dakota are focusing on the number-one cause of death impacting teenagers across the state: car accidents. According to the Department of Transportation’s research, every three hours a teen driver is involved in a vehicle accident. Distracted driving and use of cell phones on the road…
Read MoreTexting and Driving Now Leads to More Accidents than Driving Under the Influence
Texting and Driving Now Leads to More Accidents Than Driving Under the Influence Although accidents caused by individuals driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs can lead to catastrophic injuries and are still an extreme problem across the United States, distracted driving is becoming a leading cause of accidents. Despite the fact that cellphone-related…
Read MoreFarm work still considered one of the most dangerous jobs in the US
North Dakota Farm Work Still Considered Among the Most Dangerous Jobs in the Country Farm work has always had its dangers. It is a tough job that most people cannot handle. New technologies have not done much to make working on a job much safer. Evidence shows that it may actually be more dangerous to…
Read MoreND ATV accidents increasing
North Dakota Death and Serious Injury Rates from ATV Accidents Reach All-Time High in 2015 The people of North Dakota love enjoying the great outdoors. There is no greater freedom than what comes from being out on an ATV exploring the wilderness. Safety engineers have not been able to keep up with the desires of…
Read MoreConstruction Workers at Risk in Cold Weather Conditions
Cold Weather Conditions Place Construction Workers at Risk in North Dakota Know how to stay safe when working in freezing weather Every new building project, from houses to skyscrapers, relies on skilled construction workers to get the job done. However, construction workers face incredible safety risks on a daily basis. In the United States, one…
Read MoreNorth Dakota Agricultural Driver Regulations
North Dakota Agricultural Driver Regulations Called Into Question as Injuries Caused by Drivers Trying to ‘Beet’ the Harvest Every year farmers race to get their beet harvests processed and shipped while they are as fresh as possible. People drive trucks around the clock and many accidents with serious injuries happen every year. The controversy comes…
Read MoreNorth Dakota Leads the Nation in Drunk Driving Fatalities
An dangerous epidemic throughout North Dakota Despite the continued media attention, law enforcement programs and general knowledge of the risks of drinking and driving, this problem continues to be an issue in North Dakota. According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, North Dakota leads the nation in drunk driving fatalities. In North…
Read MoreWhy North Dakota Oil Fields Are So Deadly
Dangerous conditions, no matter the cost As part of a series for PBS NewsHour, reporter Jennifer Gollan recently investigated the death of a North Dakota resident who died at the Bakken oil field. Sadly, this death is only one of many that have occurred in the last decade. Since 2006, 73 other people have died…
Read MoreDo North Dakota Roads Have More Drunk Drivers?
The rate of drunk driving has decreased nationwide due to tougher laws and aggressive efforts by law enforcement agencies. The percentage of drivers who operate a vehicle while under the influence during the weekends has decreased from 38 percent to 8 percent, according to a report on WDAY news. While the traffic survey suggests that…
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