LOUISIANA STATE POLICE
COURTESY LOYALTY SERVICE
Colonel Michael D. Edmonson, Superintendent
TROOP C- NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
Date: November 24, 2009
Thanksgiving Holiday Driving Tips
The Thanksgiving holiday season brings families together across the state and across the country. It is the heaviest traveled season of the year, and our highways are much more congested. The Louisiana State Police would like to remind everyone to stay sober and get proper rest if you are getting behind the wheel of a vehicle. Also, Louisiana law now requires all occupants in the vehicle to be buckled up. There will be more Troopers on the highways this holiday season ensuring the safety of the motorists. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be tolerated and those offenders will be arrested for DWI. Troopers will also be issuing citations for hazardous violations, such as following too closely and careless operation. Troopers will also focus on unrestrained occupants, unrestrained children and speeding violations. Louisiana State Police suggests several driving tips while making the long or short drive to your destination. First, ensure that your vehicle is inspected by a qualified mechanic; to insure your vehicle is in good working order. Have a qualified mechanic check your tire pressure, engine fluids, brakes and lights. Second, make sure you have enough fuel in your gas tank to take you to your destination. Third, if you plan on driving for more than two hours, take frequent breaks. This allows you time to stretch and prevents you from getting sleepy while driving. Fourth, take your time (plan ahead). We want everyone to reach their destination safely; there is no need to rush. If motorists observe reckless driving or possible impaired driving, they are urged to call *LSP (*577) from their cell phone and they will be directed to the nearest state police office to report this activity. Colonel Mike Edmonson, his staff and the men and women of the Louisiana State Police wish everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving.
For more information contact:
M/T Bryan Zeringue
Public Affairs Unit
Louisiana State Police – Troop C
Office: (985) 857-3683
Bryan.zeringue@dps.la.gov
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