U.S. traffic fatalities surge 10.5% in 2021 to highest count since 2005 U.S. traffic fatalities surge 10.5% in 2021 to highest count since 2005 May 17, 2022 dzadmin Comments 0 Comment Traffic deaths surged after coronavirus lockdowns ended in 2020 as more drivers engaged in unsafe behavior like speeding and driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.