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New Year’s Eve is upon us, and area law enforcement agencies are reminding Kentuckians to take precautions if alcohol is part of your celebration tonight.
“I want to wish everyone a very Happy New Year, but also remind you to please celebrate responsibly,” said Elizabethtown Police Department Public Information Officer Chris Denham. “If you choose to consume alcohol, please be sure you have a safe ride home beforehand. A single decision to drive impaired can change lives forever.”
The Kentucky State Police is participating in two nationwide enforcement efforts aimed at keeping the roadways safe: Operation C.A.R.E (Crash Awareness Reduction Effort) and the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign. Operation C.A.R.E “focuses on reducing crashes through high-visibility patrols aimed at detecting impaired, distracted, and aggressive driving behaviors”.
The KSP offers the following holiday travel safety reminders:
-”Celebrate responsibly.” If alcohol is part of your plans, arrange transportation home ahead of time.
-”Slow down” for conditions such as winter weather, reduced daylight, and holiday traffic.
-”Stay focused.” Avoid distractions behind the wheel.
-”Speak up.” If you encounter an impaired or dangerous driver, when safe to do so call 9-1-1 or your local k-s-p post.
Both Operation C.A.R.E. and the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign run through January 1.
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