ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio — Get ready for Super Bowl LVIII, but remember the most important play: making it home safely. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and The Athens County Sheriff’s Office remind football fans that Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.
Plan Your Game:
- Attending a party? Designate a sober driver beforehand. Don’t rely on last-minute decisions.
- Hosting a party? Be a Super Bowl MVP host! Offer plenty of food and non-alcoholic drinks, especially for the designated drivers. Encourage responsible drinking and never serve alcohol to minors.
- Driving? Stick to the plan and stay sober. It’s not worth the risk.
Remember the Stats:
- Over 13,000 people die in drunk-driving crashes annually.
- Drunk drivers are 2.8 times more likely to cause fatal crashes at night.
- Drunk driving has serious consequences, including injury,death, and legal trouble.
Celebrate Responsibly:
- Designated drivers: You’re the MVP!Enjoy the night with non-alcoholic drinks and help others make safe choices.
- See a drunk driver? Report it to The Athens County Sheriff’s Office.
- Need a ride? Use designated drivers,taxis, or rideshares.
Make the right call: Choose a sober ride and celebrate responsibly. Together, we can make Super Bowl LVIII a safe and memorable event for everyone.
Additional Resources:
- NHTSA Drunk Driving Prevention:https://www.nhtsa.gov/risky-driving/drunk-driving