The Deadly Cost of Daylight Saving Time: Why Texans Should Rethink the Clock Change - Social Media Explorer

Losing Sleep, Losing Lives: How Daylight Saving Time Puts Texas Drivers at Risk

Each spring, Americans “spring forward” and give up one hour of sleep. For many, it’s an annoying but forgettable ritual. For others, especially those on the road during early morning commutes, it’s a hazard that could prove deadly. The Texas Law Dog recently examined this issue in a detailed study analyzing how the shift to Daylight Saving Time (DST) affects road safety across the United States. Their research uncovered clear evidence that the …

The Deadly Cost of Daylight Saving Time: Why Texans Should Rethink the Clock Change - Social Media Explorer

Every spring, most Americans set their clocks forward an hour for Daylight Saving Time (DST), but this seemingly harmless tradition may be putting lives at risk. The Texas Law Dog recently conducted a comprehensive study examining the connection between the springtime DST shift and a spike in fatal motor vehicle accidents. Their findings suggest the time change is far more than a minor inconvenience—it’s a significant public safety hazard. Drawi…