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KYTC: Designate a Sober Driver this St. Patrick's Day By Erin G. Eggen Frankfort, KY - While this year's St. Patrick's Day celebrations will look a little different, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's (KYTC) Office of Highway Safety is joining the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in reminding motorists that Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving. "We understand it's been a tough year and Kentuckians are looking for a reason to celebrate; however, safety must be top priority," said Gov. Andy Beshear. "Please follow all COVID-19 precautions when out in public - wear a mask and maintain proper social distancing. If you plan to drink alcohol, plan for a safe ride home by designating a sober driver." Over the past two years, KYTC reports 34 crashes statewide related to a drunken driver on the St. Patrick's Day holiday, resulting in 14 injuries and one death. "Impairment begins with one drink," said KYTC Secretary Jim Gray. "Alcohol not only impairs your driving skills - it hinders your judgment - so don't wait until you've been drinking to find a sober driver." According to NHTSA, on average, one person is killed every 52 minutes in a drunken-driving crash in the United States. Last year, more than 15 percent of deaths on Kentucky roadways were due to a drunken driver. "Drunken driving crashes are 100 percent preventable," said Gray. "With all the sober ride options available, there is never an excuse for driving after drinking. Don't be the reason someone -- including yourself -- doesn't get home safely." Drivers should also keep an eye out for pedestrians who have had too much to drink. Walking while intoxicated can also be deadly, as lack of attention to their surroundings could put pedestrians at risk of getting hit by a vehicle. To prevent tragedies from occurring, NHTSA and the KYTC recommend the following:
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