By- Naiteek Bhatt
The April 8 total solar Eclipse will be the biggest astronomical event of the year
The eclipse is set to traverse North America, making its way over Mexico, the United States, and Canada
However, scientists are warning that a spectacular total solar eclipse can potentially lead to more fatal car crashes
The real danger, scientists say, lies in how people behave on the roads during the eclipse, reported Metro
This includes driving on unfamiliar routes in a rush to reach viewing points, or even driving under the influence after eclipse celebrations
All these factors, witnessed during the 2017 eclipse, can lead to a spike in serious accidents
A team of scientists said the total solar eclipse on April 8 may lead to one extra person being involved in a vehicle crash every 25 minutes
The analysis also found that the hours after the eclipse are especially dangerous, with an almost 50% higher traffic risk than average
A total solar eclipse occurs approximately every 18 months when the moon passes between the Sun and Earth