Solar Eclipse Effects on Traffic Fatalities and Crime

While traffic fatality risk does appear elevated during certain total solar eclipses based on multiple studies, the data is more mixed regarding measurable effects on crime rates.

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Solar eclipses are relatively rare astronomical events associated with various societal impacts throughout history. While much of the lore surrounding eclipses has been debunked by modern science, some recent research suggests there may be measurable effects on human behavior and safety during these events. 

This perspective examines two pot…