The Nebraska
State Patrol will participate in a national campaign to take drunk
drivers off the roads. The "You Drink & Drive, You Lose" campaign begins
Friday, Aug. 17 and runs through Monday, Sept. 3.
During this time, troopers
and communication specialists will put in overtime hours thanks in part to a
$27,735 grant from the Nebraska Office of Highway Safety.
"Traffic volume and congestion
is typically high as we wind down the summer travel season," said Colonel David
Sankey, superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol.
"A lot of us plan that
last trip over the Labor Day holiday," said Sankey. "If you're preparing to hit the road,
we remind you to always wear your seat belt, obey the posted speed limit and
never drive impaired or distracted."
The NSP encourages all
travelers to plan ahead, allowing plenty of time to reach their destination.
Motorists can report impaired or reckless drivers by dialing the NSP Highway
Helpline at *55 when safe to do so from any cellular phone, or 1-800-525-5555
from any landline.
Travelers wanting to check the
latest road and weather condition report can utilize 511, the Nebraska
Automated Traveler Information System. The 511 system can be accessed via the
internet at www.511.nebraska.gov or
by dialing 511 from any landline or cellular phone.
Colonel
Sankey said, "We want everyone to enjoy the Labor Day weekend. Help us keep you
safe by following the rules of the road."
