Have A Safe, DUI-Free Holiday
Officials are encouraging people to
follow common-sense safety rules during the upcoming holidays. That
includes not drinking and driving. Unfortunately,
alcohol-related accidents increase during holidays and so patrols
will be stepped up in attempt to keep our roads safe.
Zion National Park has announced it's
rangers will increase drunk driving enforcement over the holiday
weekend. See their
news release. Below is an excerpt.
Zion National Park
will enhance the enforcement of impaired driving over the Fourth of
July weekend through expanded DUI checkpoints and increased road
patrols. Acting Superintendent Cindy Purcell stated, "Rangers in
the National Parks have two essential missions. One is to preserve
and protect natural and cultural resources in perpetuity. The other
is to provide for the safe enjoyment of those resources by visitors."
Officials are also warning about
boating while under the influence. The Deseret News has this
ariticle about the push for safe boating. Here are excerpts.
Law enforcement
across the state is teaming up to keep Utah's lakes and reservoirs
safe and free from drunken driving. They are reminding boaters and
recreation enthusiasts that no matter what vehicle they are
operating, if they are drunk they will be arrested.
One of the rules
is adults can drink alcohol on the boat, but the operator cannot and
cannot have alcohol within reach.
"If we can
detect the odor of alcohol or an open container, we will test the
operator,” Brody said.
The 0.08
blood-alcohol content standard is the same as for people behind the
wheel of a car.
Have a safe, DUI-free holiday.
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