PennDot Promotes St. Patrick’s Day Holiday Safety

PennDot is enforcing a statewide St. Patrick’s Day Safety Campaign. They are trying to reduce instances of impaired driving and pedestrian crashes during the holiday period. Enforcement began on March 9 and will run through March 18. PennDot suggests that if you are hosting a party, to limit road travel,have snacks prepared ahead of time. Have plenty of water available especially in the presence of alcohol, never mix medications and alcohol and make sure there is a safe and sober driver available if there is a need to leave. PennDot suggests mocktails as an alternative to alcoholic beverages. In addition to having a sober designated driver, PennDot suggests a designated sober walker to make sure that all guests are able to travel safely.