NTSB Urges Parents to Warn Teen Drivers about Marijuana

A tragic crash in Oklahoma that claimed the lives of six high school girls has prompted the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board to urge parents to educate teenagers about the dangers of driving under the influence of marijuana. The crash, attributed to a 16-year-old impaired driver under the influence of marijuana, highlights the risks associated with driving after drug use. Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy emphasized the misconception that driving under the influence of marijuana is safe in states where it's legal, stressing the impairing effects on motor coordination and judgment. The NTSB issued a safety alert advising parents to discuss the impact of marijuana on driving with young drivers to prevent impaired driving incidents, as more states legalize recreational marijuana use.