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NHTSA estimates that drunk driving kills 28 people every day. That’s one person’s life taken every 52 minutes for a completely preventable reason.

As the holiday season draws near, it's important to take preventative measures against drunk driving so that you can have a safe and enjoyable time with your family and friends this December. While the holiday season is a time of merry festivities and gathering together with loved ones, it is also the most dangerous because of the increased chances that a driver under the influence will get behind the wheel of a car.

In an effort to help people stay safe on the roads this winter season, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is teaming up with the law enforcement community nationwide during the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over high-visibility enforcement campaign. Now no one likes to get pulled over but trust me, the drivers they are looking for - you’ll want pulled over.

Tips that will save lives.

Whether you’re driving, riding, or hosting, create a plan before heading out to your holiday parties. Decide on a designated driver and/or find a rideshare for those not carpooling. Unfortunately, even if you and your loved ones follow the law, others won’t. Drive cautiously, wear a seatbelt, and if you see someone who you suspect may be driving under the influence, alert the authorities. You may just save a life. If you’re the host, guests safety is your responsibility. Ensure that each guest has a safe ride home before they depart. If they don’t, find a spare guest room, couch, air mattress, or even a sleeping bag - but ANYTHING you can offer is better than them driving intoxicated.

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Resources

U.S. Department of Transportation: 2021 Holiday Season National Enforcement Mobilization
NHTSA: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
NHTSA: Drunk Driving

To report suspected drunk driving call 911.

Under no circumstance are citizens encouraged to attempt to follow the driver or interfere with the incident.

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