Carter County, TN – The Carter County Sheriff’s Office is urging drivers across Tennessee to make sure they’re getting enough rest before hitting the road. Officials say drowsy driving remains one of the most preventable causes of serious and fatal crashes statewide.
According to the Tennessee Highway Safety Office, adults should aim for at least seven hours of quality sleep each night to remain alert behind the wheel — with teens and young adults needing even more. The department noted that “eight is great,” stressing that adequate rest significantly improves concentration, focus, and decision-making while driving.
Drivers who begin to feel drowsy are advised to pull over safely and take a nap rather than pushing through fatigue. The Sheriff’s Office highlighted that drowsiness can impair reaction times similar to alcohol impairment, making rest a critical safety factor for all motorists.
The campaign, part of Tennessee’s Drowsy Driving Prevention Week, encourages residents to visit tntrafficsafety.org/drowsy-driving for tips on avoiding fatigue-related crashes and promoting safer travel during fall and winter months.
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