Teen drivers in Southern Nevada are getting a sobering lesson in road safety. The Teen Driver Safety Day at UNLV put young drivers face-to-face with the real-world consequences of reckless driving, especially when impaired or distracted behind the wheel.

UNLV, in collaboration with traffic safety advocates, is taking proactive steps to address the alarming rate of teen fatalities on Nevada roadways by hosting its annual Drive Safety Day.

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UNLV hosted the event where they portrayed a crash and provided insight from traffic investigators.

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With almost 200 death in the state of Nevada in just six months, authorities and organizations are intensifying efforts with new drivers. A UNLV workshop seeks to raise awareness among teenagers before they get behind the wheel.

A life-saving educational opportunity for teen drivers is happening today at UNLV. The 9th annual Teen Driver Safety Day is taking place on campus. Teens will witness a crash reenactment. It's all about teaching young drivers about the devastating consequences of drinking and driving. They'll follow victims through emergency care and court hearings and hear directly from trauma surgeons and first responders.

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