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Protect yourself from being
the victim in a drunk driving accident. Be alert for drunk drivers
when you are on the road. Drunk driving statistics show that each
person has a 30 percent lifetime chance of being in an alcohol related
crash. Drunk drivers often display certain characteristics when
on the road:
- Weaving, swerving, drifting, or straddling the center line
- Almost striking an object or vehicle
- Making wide turns
- Driving on the wrong side of the road
- Driving very slowly
- Stopping without cause
- Braking erratically
- Turning abruptly or illegally
- Driving at night without headlights
Keep a safe distance from anyone driving erratically or who displays
these drunk driving characteristics. If you are in front of a drunk
driver, turn right at the nearest intersection and let him or her
pass. If the drunk driver is in front of you, stay a safe distance
behind. If the drunk driver is coming towards you, slow down and
move to the right and stop. Report drunk drivers to law enforcement
from a car phone or pay phone.
One of your best defenses against a drunk driver is to wear your
safety belt and make sure children are in their child
safety seats. And never ride in a car operated by someone who
has been drinking – call a cab or ask a friend to drive you home.
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