South Dakota’s Highways Patrol reminds drivers being safe behind the wheel should also an important part of the holiday season.
The Highway Patrol started “Operation Safe Christmas” yesterday (Dec. 23) and continues it today to encourage those traveling to be careful.
Col. Rick Miller, superintendent of the Highway Patrol, says troopers also will be on the road throughout the weekend. He says there’s always so much to remember during the holiday season it’s easy to forget the importance of being a safe driver. Remember to slow down, pay attention, drive sober and wear a seat belt.
This year’s 78-hour Christmas holiday reporting period for motor vehicle traffic crashes starts at 6pm today (Dec. 24) and ends at midnight Sunday. Last year during the Christmas reporting period, there were 45 reported traffic crashes resulting in 13 injuries, but zero deaths
Drivers are encouraged to check road conditions by calling 5-1-1 or clicking onto https://sd511.org/.
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