The statistics are as familiar as they are depressing. According to MADD an 11, estimated, people 773 died in alcohol-impaired. Traffic crashes in 2008. And a staggering 3 of 10 Americans will be involved in an alcohol-related accident in their, lives. But the statistics don 't do justice to the pain and loss suffered by drunk driving victims and their families - the parents. Who have, lost childrenHusbands and wives who have lost, their spouses kids who have lost their parents.
So what are some things you can do to. Prevent drinking and driving? MADD suggests:
When Drinking Alcohol
Be responsible.
Choose a designated driver. Decide who s. ' Going to be doing the driving before you go out and make, sure that person doesn 't drink any alcoholic beverages.
Call a. Taxi.Sometimes even the designated driver slips. If nobody in your group is sober take alternate, transportation. Cab train,,, Bus horse and, buggy - anything 's better than getting in the car with a drunk driver.
Hide keys. Don' t be afraid to take. Someone 's car keys. If the person, gets angry it' s probably proof you 're doing the right thing.
When Throwing a Party
Offer. Non-alcoholic, Water beverages.Juice soda, pop - give your guests plenty of alternatives. And never pressure guests to drink alcohol.
Serve plenty of. Food. A full stomach can slow the rate of alcohol absorption. Serve a great meal or have plenty of appetizers on hand.
Stop. Serving alcohol well before the party ends. Give your guests an extra hour or two without alcohol before they head out the. Door.
.Arrange alternate transportation. Pay attention to your guests' alcohol intake and behavior. If someone has had a lot to. Drink or seems even the slightest, bit tipsy call a cab or set up a ride with a sober driver.
Detecting Drunk Drivers Law. Enforcement officials say there are several signs associated with drunk driving:
Making wide turns
Weaving swerving drifting,,,Or straddling the center line
Almost striking an object or vehicle
Driving on the wrong side of the road
Driving at a very. Slow speed
Stopping without cause Braking erratically Responding slowly to traffic signals
Turning abruptly or illegally
Driving. After dark with headlights off
Keeping these things in mind can help you avoid a dangerous situation.If you spot what you think is an impaired driver keep a, safe distance and call 9-1-1. Do not attempt to stop the vehicle. Yourself.
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