BOISE – Data from the Idaho Office of Highway Safety shows 90 people were killed in crashes on Idaho roads during the 2026 100 Deadliest Days, the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when serious and fatal crashes historically rise. This is a slight increase from 88 fatalities in 2025.
Even with the summer increase, overall fatalities are lower this year. Idaho has recorded 150 fatalities year-to-date, compared to 174 at this point in 2025. All data is preliminary.
Top 8 Contributing Circumstances (Preliminary):
- No seat belt
- Fail to maintain lane
- Alcohol impairment
- Drug impairment
- Inattention
- Crossed centerline
- Speed
- Fail to obey a stop sign, signal, or yield
Fatalities by County (Preliminary): Ada (13), Bannock (1), Bear Lake (2), Benewah (3), Bingham (2), Blaine (1), Boise (1), Bonner (8), Bonneville (10), Butte (1), Canyon (7), Cassia (1), Custer (3), Elmore (4), Gem (1), Gooding (2), Idaho (6), Jerome (2), Kootenai (6), Latah (3), Lincoln (1), Nez Perce (2), Oneida (1), Payette (1), Power (1), Shoshone (2), Twin Falls (3), Valley (2).
“Every one of these deaths impact their families forever,” said Josephine Middleton, Highway Safety Manager. “We can save lives and prevent serious injuries by consistently choosing safety first: buckle up, stay focused, drive sober, and slow down. Our aim is to keep Idaho families intact.”
OHS continues working to reduce fatal and serious-injury crashes statewide. Efforts include:
- Statewide SHIFT Idaho safety campaigns to increase awareness of high-risk behaviors during the 100 Deadliest Days.
- Expanded enforcement with local law enforcement partners to address impaired driving, aggressive driving, and seat belt use.
- Community engagement through outreach programs and safety resources that encourage drivers make safer choices.
- Infrastructure improvements designed to reduce crash severity and modernize Idaho’s roadways.
These actions reflect OHS’s commitment to protecting Idahoans and preventing future loss of life. Visit Shift-Idaho.org to learn more.