Holidays have become a big night out for many

Americans, particularly young adults. But it is

also a very dangerous night out due to impaired

drivers but much of this tragedy can be prevented

by reminding all drivers of a few simple precautions.

Whether you are just meeting a few friends at the

corner pub or attending the big local parade or party,

if you plan on using alcohol to celebrate:

Designate your sober driver before the party

begins and give that person your car keys.

Don’t starve yourself before or during the party.

Enjoy the food as well as the drink. Avoid

drinking too much alcohol too fast. Pace

yourself – eat, take breaks, alternate with

non-alcoholic drinks. If impaired, don’t even

think about getting behind the wheel.