Oswego County Enhances Road Safety with STOP-DWI Campaign for Memorial Day Weekend

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Oswego County has joined a statewide effort to address impaired driving, focusing on the Memorial Day weekend. This period, from May 24 to May 27, coincides with the start of summer and typically sees an increase in social events like barbecues and weddings. David Hall, the STOP-DWI Coordinator for Oswego County, stressed the importance of this initiative due to the expected rise in alcohol consumption.

The campaign is part of the state's STOP-DWI Memorial Day 'High Visibility Engagement Campaign.' It aims to raise awareness about the risks of impaired driving, especially when more people are on the roads. Hall advised those who plan to drink to use alternative transportation options such as designated drivers, taxis, or walking.

The 'Have a Plan' mobile app is promoted as part of this initiative. It helps users arrange safe transportation home, aiming to reduce the chances of impaired driving incidents. This tool is key to the campaign's strategy to decrease drunk and impaired driving statewide.

This initiative is among several campaigns targeting major public holidays and events throughout the year, including the Super Bowl, St. Patrick’s Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and the winter holidays. These efforts are designed to keep the public aware of the dangers of impaired driving.