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Extra Patrol Units on The Road During Holidays

By Submitted

12/21/2015

(Lincoln)-- Through Sunday, January 3, the Nebraska State Patrol will take part in the national “You Drink & Drive You Lose” (YDYDYL) campaign in an effort to remove impaired drivers from our roadways.

As part of the “You Drink & Drive You Lose” campaign, troopers and communications specialists will work overtime hours during the special enforcement which encompasses both the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. A nearly $22,000 grant from the Nebraska Office of Highway Safety (NOHS) will help to pay for the extra enforcement.

Motorists are reminded to always wear their seat belt, never drive impaired or distracted, obey the posted speed limit and never travel faster than conditions allow.

Travelers can keep up to date with the latest weather and road conditions by utilizing 511, Nebraska’s Advanced Traveler Information System. The system can be accessed by dialing 511 or online at < www.511.nebraska.gov >.

To report a reckless or impaired driver, or if you are in need of non-emergency roadside assistance call the Nebraska State Patrol Highway Helpline when safe to do so, at (star) *55 from any cell phone or 1-800-525-5555 from any landline. Emergencies should be reported to 911.

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