Concord, NH – Wrong-way crashes continue to draw statewide concern, and New Hampshire officials are issuing new reminders aimed at keeping drivers safe on the road. The New Hampshire Office of Highway Safety said this week that rising wrong-way incidents, combined with stiffer penalties for impaired driving, have prompted renewed outreach to motorists.
According to the Office of Highway Safety, wrong-way collisions often happen at night and are frequently associated with impaired or distracted driving. Officials said drivers across New Hampshire can reduce their risk by adopting a few simple safety habits, particularly when traveling on highways or rural routes with limited visibility.
The agency advises motorists to never drive while impaired or distracted, and to stay in the far-right travel lane when driving at night. Officials say wrong-way drivers—who believe they are in their correct lane—typically enter highways and head toward oncoming traffic in the left lane, giving drivers who stay right more time and distance to react.
Drivers are also urged to pay close attention to road signs and lane markings, which can help them spot wrong-way vehicles early. Anyone who sees a wrong-way driver should pull over immediately and call 911, providing the location and travel direction so authorities can respond.
State officials say proactive awareness can prevent tragedies on New Hampshire roads as agencies continue working to reduce impaired driving and improve roadway safety.
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