Palos Park, IL – The Palos Park Police Department is urging drivers to use extra caution on the roads after dark following new data showing that 31% of all nighttime fatalities in 2023 were related to speeding.
According to the department’s public safety post on Wednesday, officers emphasized that driving at night requires slower speeds and heightened awareness due to reduced visibility and driver fatigue. The reminder comes as daylight hours shorten heading into late fall, a time when police typically see an increase in speed-related crashes.
“Driving in the dark requires extra caution,” the department noted in a social media update. “Slow down, stay alert, and prioritize safety on every trip.”
Authorities recommend checking headlights, reducing speed limits by at least five miles per hour in low-visibility conditions, and allowing extra distance between vehicles. Local law enforcement will continue stepped-up nighttime patrols to reduce speeding and impaired driving risks throughout Cook County.
Residents are encouraged to report reckless drivers or dangerous road conditions to the Palos Park Police non-emergency line.
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