BOISE — The Idaho Transportation Department’s Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is reminding drivers to slow down as law enforcement agencies across the state ramp up speed patrols this month.
This effort, taking place July 20–26, is part of a broader regional campaign in partnership with neighboring states Washington, Oregon, Montana, and Alaska. With coordinated patrols across state lines during this time, drivers should expect to see an increased law enforcement presence wherever their summer travels take them throughout the Northwest.
“Speed limits are not suggestions—they’re there to save lives,” said Josephine Middleton, ITD Highway Safety Manager. “Slowing down gives you more time to react and reduces the severity of crashes.”
So far this year, 126 people have died on Idaho roads, up from 113 at this time last year. During the “100 Deadliest Days” between Memorial Day and Labor Day, Idaho has seen 49 fatalities in 2025, compared to 40 during the same period in 2024.
Drivers are reminded to follow posted speed limits, allow extra travel time, and adjust speed for weather and traffic conditions.
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