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Microsleep in Palma: One Moment, Three Cars — and the Uncomfortable Question of Night Work and Road Safety

Microsleep and Driving Safety in Mallorca

Microsleep can happen without warning and makes driving in Mallorca suddenly dangerous, especially when a driver is already exhausted.

Published: May 03, 2026
Microsleep in Palma: One Moment, Three Cars — and the Uncomfortable Question of Night Work and Road Safety

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What is microsleep, and why can it be dangerous when driving in Mallorca?

Microsleep is a brief, involuntary loss of attention or consciousness that can happen when someone is very tired. At the wheel, even a few seconds can be enough to cause a serious crash, especially on narrow streets in Palma or when parked cars line the road. The danger is that the driver may not feel a clear warning before it happens.

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