OSWEGO COUNTY – Oswego County STOP-DWI Coordinator David Hall announced that law enforcement agencies and STOP-DWI programs across the state will join forces to raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving. The state’s STOP-DWI “High Visibility Engagement Campaign” runs from Dec. 13 to Jan. 1.
“While we spend the holiday season celebrating with family and friends and looking forward to the blessings of a new year, it’s important to remember that drunk driving related crashes spike this time of year,” said Hall. “Driving under the influence of alcohol is not only illegal but can be deadly. For your own sake and for others on the road, please do not drive after consuming alcohol and have a plan to get home safely before you take your first drink.”
This holiday season’s STOP-DWI High Visibility Engagement Campaign is one of many statewide initiatives promoted by the STOP-DWI New York and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee to reduce the incidence of drunk and impaired driving. These efforts also target Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day/end of summer, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Super Bowl weekend and St. Patrick’s Day.
“Everyone can help to make a difference by having a sober plan,” Hall said. “Simply download the ‘Have a Plan’ mobile app and you will always be able to find a safe ride home. Impaired driving is completely preventable. All it takes is a little planning.”
To download the “Have a Plan” mobile app, go to www.stopdwi.org/mobileapp. For more information about the Oswego County STOP-DWI Program go to www.oswegocounty.com/stopdwi or www.stopdwi.org/initiatives-oswego.
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