Impaired Driving — a Recipe for Disaster
Over the past 30 years BC's Drinking Driving CounterAttack program has helped raise public awareness of the consequences of impaired driving. Attitudes have changed. Today, most people agree that drinking and driving is not socially acceptable. We choose a designated driver, take transit or catch a cab to get home safely. However, the challenge is not over.
Despite this increased awareness, every year people continue to be killed, injured and disabled in crashes caused by impaired drivers. In 2005, there were 127 people killed and approximately 3,400 injured in alcohol related crashes in BC. The aftermath of these crashes carries an enormous social and emotional impact - the anguish of grieving families and the suffering of those left injured or disabled..
It's a simple choice to make - don't drink or take drugs and drive. Unfortunately too many people abandon common sense when they're drinking or using drugs. They make excuses for their choices: "I can handle my liquor". "Leaving my car overnight is a hassle." "It's only a short drive home." Each one of us needs to be responsible and make the right choice. It's as easy as planning for a safe ride home before you go out and encouraging others to do the same.
There are many things that can impair your ability to drive:
- Alcohol
- Drugs (including prescription and over-the-counter drugs)
- Fatigue
Our speakers bring home the reality of the consequences of impaired driving. They speak from the heart and from personal experience. Their messages are powerful.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you or your driver are not impaired when driving.
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