Idahoans invited to honor victims of traffic crashes on World Day of Remembrance

BOISE - The Office of Highway Safety and the Idaho Walk Bike Alliance invite communities around Idaho to recognize World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, a day dedicated to honoring those killed or who have suffered serious injuries in traffic crashes and supporting the families, friends, and communities affected by those tragedies.

Observed annually on the third Sunday in November, World Day of Remembrance serves as a solemn reminder that every traffic fatality represents a person whose life mattered and whose loss is deeply felt by loved ones.

"Today, we remember the victims of Idaho's 196 fatal crashes so far in 2026," said Highway Safety Manager Josephine Middleton. "Behind every crash statistic is a person, a family, and a community forever changed. We stand with communities and organizations that share our vision of zero fatalities for every Idaho family."

Walk Bike Alliance honors the memories of every individual who lost their life in a traffic fatality," said "Cowboy" Ted Hallisey, Executive Director of Idaho Walk Bike Alliance. "We remain passionate about our mission of educating, advocating and celebrating safe ways to move across the state of Idaho."

Traffic fatalities and serious injuries remain a significant public safety concern in Idaho and across the nation. World Day of Remembrance highlights the importance of safe driving behaviors, including:

• Watching closely for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorcyclists
• Eliminating distractions behind the wheel
• Always wearing a seat belt
• Driving sober and drug-free
• Obeying speed limits

Every road user has a role in preventing crashes and saving lives. Through education, engineering, enforcement and community partnerships, OHS continues to work toward reducing fatal and serious injury crashes on Idaho roadways.

Families affected by traffic crashes often face lifelong emotional, physical and financial challenges. World Day of Remembrance recognizes not only victims and survivors, but also the first responders, law enforcement officers, medical professionals and others who provide care and support in the aftermath of serious crashes.

As Idahoans remember those killed in crashes, OHS encourages all drivers to make safe choices behind the wheel every trip, every day.

Learn more about OHS traffic safety programs at Shift-Idaho.org.