traffic Traffic crawls along the Kennedy Expressway in Chicago, Illinois. Seat belts could likely save 335 lives over the two upcoming holiday periods. (Photo: Tim Boyle/Bloomberg News)

The National Safety Council (NSC) urges drivers to be extra vigilant as they travel to celebrate the holidays with family and friends.

NSC estimates 422 people may be killed and 48,100 may be seriously injured in car crashes during the upcoming Christmas holiday period. As many as 438 fatalities and 49,900 injuries may occur during the New Year's holiday weekend.

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