Do Sports Events Lead to Traffic and Bad Drivers?
Sports events are a great way for fans to unwind and enjoy their favorite team performing at the highest level. However, this comes with a not-so-subtle downside of creating traffic and leading to poor driving. There is a direct link between sporting events and deadly car crashes. On the day of the 2011 Super Bowl (XLV), Pennsylvania saw a 148.78% increase in fatal crashes as the Steelers lost to the Packers. With so many people flocking to a single area, the number of cars will explode, leading to a massive slowdown in travel times. This also means that there...
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