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Plan safe rides this holiday season From Erin G. Eggen Frankfort, KY - To keep Kentucky roadways as safe as possible through the holidays, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's (KYTC) Office of Highway Safety is joining the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and law enforcement nationwide in the "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign December 14, 2022 through January 1, 2023. "The holidays are just around the corner as Kentuckians look to celebrate with family and friends," said Gov. Andy Beshear. "Let's crossover into the new year together by avoiding unnecessary tragedy. If your celebrations include alcohol, please celebrate responsibly by booking a safe ride home or designating a sober driver." According to NHTSA, impaired driving-related crashes tend to increase during the holidays. "If you are under the influence of any substance and choose to get behind the wheel, you put everyone on the road in danger, including yourself," said KYTC Secretary Jim Gray. "Together, we can avoid preventable tragedies on Kentucky roadways." In Kentucky, 513 impaired driving-related crashes resulting in 244 injuries and 13 deaths occurred during the Christmas and New Year holidays over the last five years. "Drugs and/or alcohol not only hinder your ability to drive, but also affect your judgment about whether you can or should drive," said Secretary Gray. "This is why we ask that you make a plan before drinking begins. No matter what you choose - a sober friend, taxi service or ride booking company - we want you to arrive at your destination safely." To prevent impaired driving-related tragedies this holiday season, KYTC recommends the following:
For more information on drunken driving visit https://kydrivesoberholiday.com/ This story was posted on 2022-12-06 11:20:33
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