AAA warns Charleston drivers to be cautious as daylight saving time ends

As daylight saving time ends this weekend, AAA Tidewater is urging drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians in the Charleston area to be especially careful on the roads. The transition to standard time can lead to reduced visibility and increased fatigue, which may raise the risk of accidents, WCBD Count on 2 reported.

The change means clocks will fall back one hour, leading to darker evenings and potentially more challenging driving conditions during peak travel times. AAA's advisory highlights the importance of staying alert and cautious during this period.

Meanwhile, on the national level, the Senate appears unlikely to pass legislation making daylight saving time permanent this year, despite pressure from President Donald Trump, according to WCBD Count on 2. This means Charleston residents will continue to experience the twice-yearly clock changes for now.

Local drivers and pedestrians are encouraged to prepare for the time change by adjusting their schedules and being mindful of the altered daylight hours to stay safe on Charleston's roads.