The top 5 deadliest holidays

The combination of more drivers on the streets and increased alcohol consumption can make for a dangerous mix during the holidays.

Fireworks are a beautiful display of national pride come the summer, but they are also known to send an astoundingly high number of people to the emergency room with injuries. And the most deadly time of year might not actually be the most wonderful time of the year.

Here are the top 5 deadly holidays revealed and explained.

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