The State Department compiles numbers on the number of U.S. deaths abroad. Take a look at the chart below. This information is not intended to scare you, but rather to inform you that serious incidents can occur.
Source: http://time.com/4250811/travel-safety/
Self Check
1. What do these numbers tell you? Are you surprised by what is on the chart?
Yes, I am surprised!
Many students are surprised to see drowning on the list, but also surprised that terrorism isn't a leading cause of death. Let's put this in perspective. The total number of deaths abroad over the 13-year span is about 8,600. This is ALL Americans - not just students. Sadly, in the United States, there were over 37,000 Americans killed in car crashes JUST in 2016. This data reminds us that tragedies can happen anywhere. Being aware of this information and focusing on ways to prevent incidents from occurring is the goal of this training.
No, I am not surprised.
Yes, tragedies occur at home and abroad. Let's put this in perspective. The total number of deaths abroad over the 13-year span is about 8,600. This is ALL Americans - not just students. Sadly, in the United States, there were over 37,000 Americans killed in car crashes JUST in 2016. This data reminds us that tragedies can happen anywhere. Being aware of this information and focusing on ways to prevent incidents from occurring is the goal of this training.
Source: http://time.com/4250811/travel-safety/
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