In 2006 in Alaska, there were 73 traffic fatalities. Of those 73, 23 of them (31%) were alcohol related and 20 of them (27%) were due to drivers with a BAC over the legal limit. This is down from 2005, but is still high. Nationally, there are fewer DUIs and drunk driving fatalities on average, but it is also important to remember that fewer people drive year-round.