The Nevada Office of Traffic Safety has published its December 2025 Statewide Fatal Report, revealing a significant decrease in traffic fatalities compared to the previous year. In December 2025, the state recorded 30 fatalities on its roadways, down from 33 fatalities in December 2024. This marks a continuation of a positive trend, as preliminary data indicates a total of 381 road fatalities in Nevada for the year 2025, a decrease of 9.29% from 420 fatalities in 2024.
Progress in Road Safety Initiatives
The report highlights the ongoing efforts to enhance safety on Nevada’s roads. While the reduction in fatalities is encouraging, officials stress that every life lost is a tragedy, underscoring the need for continued vigilance. “Every death on our roads is one too many,” said Anita Pepper, Public Information Officer for the Nevada Office of Traffic Safety. “We still have much work to do to ensure everyone arrives home safe.”
As the new year approaches, the Nevada Office of Traffic Safety is reminding drivers of the importance of safe driving practices year-round. The agency encourages all motorists to focus on behaviors that prevent crashes, injuries, and fatalities. Key safety measures include wearing seat belts, avoiding impaired driving, and adhering to traffic signals.
Understanding the Data and Its Implications
The December 2025 Fatal Report serves as a preliminary overview, as the data may not include final reports such as Coroner and Toxicology reports. The final figures for 2025 will be confirmed in early 2027, providing a more comprehensive view of traffic safety trends in the state.
The Zero Fatalities Program, a key initiative by the Nevada Office of Traffic Safety, aims to eliminate fatalities on the state’s roadways. The program emphasizes that zero fatalities is not an unattainable goal, especially when considering the safety of loved ones. Key behaviors targeted by the program include ensuring seatbelt use, promoting pedestrian and motorcycle safety, and discouraging impaired driving.
For more information and to access the full December 2025 Fatal Report, individuals can visit the Zero Fatalities website at www.zerofatalitiesnv.com. The agency also requests that media outlets use the term “crash” instead of “accident,” as crashes are preventable incidents.
For further inquiries or interviews, media representatives can contact Kirvin Doak Communications at [email protected] or Anita Pepper at [email protected].
