Oswego County STOP-DWI Coordinator David Hall announced that Oswego County police agencies will participate in special efforts to raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving. The statewide STOP-DWI high visibility engagement campaign begins on Friday, Aug. 18 and runs through Labor Day Monday, Sept. 4.

“Labor Day weekend marks the official end of summer and is typically one of the busiest travel times of the year,” said Hall. “While many of us spend the holiday celebrating with our loved ones, law enforcement officers across New York State will take to the roads in an effort to stop impaired driving, prevent injuries and save lives.”  

New York State Police, County Sheriffs, municipal law enforcement agencies and local STOP-DWI Programs across the state will be out in force in this coordinated effort to reduce the number of impaired driving-related injuries and deaths.

“Highly visible, highly publicized efforts like this STOP-DWI campaign aim to further reduce the incidence of drunk and impaired driving,” Hall said. “People can help make a difference by having a sober plan.”

He reminds people to download the mobile app ‘Have a Plan’ at www.stopdwi.org/mobileapp. “With the app, you will always be able to find a safe ride home,” Hall said. “Impaired driving is completely preventable; all it takes is a little planning. We just want everyone to have a happy – and most importantly, safe – Labor Day weekend.”

This high visibility engagement campaign is one of many statewide initiatives promoted by STOP-DWI New York and the NYS Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee. Additional efforts target Super Bowl weekend, St. Patrick’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving and the holiday season in December.

For more information about Oswego County’s STOP-DWI Program, call 315-349-3210 or go to www.oswegocounty.com/stopdwi.