Snohomish, Skagit, Whatcom, Island Counties -The Washington State Patrol reminds motorists who will be on the roads during the holiday period to plan their trips carefully by allowing ample time to reach their destination, obey the posted speed limit, not drink and drive, and ensure their vehicle is in proper working order and is equipped with the necessary emergency equipment.
"Thanksgiving is traditionally one of the busier holiday periods of the year and that increases the traffic volume on our roads," WSP District 7 Captain Ken Ginnard said. "With the volume also goes an increase in the chance for you to be involved in a collision. That is why our troopers will be patrolling throughout the holiday period."
"Now through the end of the year is a period when we see a noticeable increase in the number of impaired drivers on our roads," Captain Ginnard said. "Troopers will be keeping a sharp eye out for impaired drivers."
The Captain also cautions motorists to remain alert for impaired drivers on the state's highways. Everyone can help reduce the number of alcohol-related collisions by reporting impaired drivers. To report a suspected impaired driver, please call 911.
Last year, four people were killed in Snohomish County when they were hit by an impaired driver at the intersection of State Route 9 and 108th Street NE in Marysville at the end of the Thanksgiving weekend.
In addition to those already scheduled to work, the Patrol will have extra troopers scheduled to work during the holiday weekend to watch for impaired drivers. The money for the extra troopers is from a Washington State Traffic safety Commission grant.
If you choose to drink alcohol, please use a designated driver or take a taxi. This will ensure you will be able to celebrate the season at home with your family instead of your family having to spend the holidays picking you up at the jail, sitting beside you at the hospital, or preparing for a funeral.
For information on your Washington State DUI please contact our Snohomish County DUI attorneys, King County DUI attorneys, Island County DUI attorneys, Whatcom County DUI attorneys or Skagit County DUI attorneys at 425-493-1115 or check out our website at http://www.washdui.com
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