Ephrata, WA – The Grant County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents to celebrate responsibly this holiday season, warning that driving under the influence can have deadly consequences.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the Christmas party season often leads to an increase in DUI arrests and crashes. Deputies are urging drivers to plan ahead by designating a sober driver, calling a friend, using a rideshare service, or taking a taxi to get home safely.
“It’s the Christmas party time of year. A DUI or a DUI crash will end the Christmas spirit, and could hurt or kill someone,” the Sheriff’s Office stated in a public post Friday.
Officials are emphasizing that law enforcement will have increased patrols during December to identify impaired drivers. The campaign, part of a statewide holiday safety initiative, focuses on preventing alcohol-related crashes and protecting families on Washington roads.
Residents are encouraged to make safe travel choices before heading out to holiday gatherings and to look out for friends or loved ones who may be at risk of driving impaired.
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