Designated drivers are encouraged

AAA Members and Insureds who will be partying during the holiday season are being encouraged to use a Designated Driver to help reduce DWI – related traffic accidents, Mike Right, Vice President of Public Affairs for AAA Missouri said today.

"A Designated Driver is encouraged for party hosts, or groups celebrating with alcoholic beverages, to appoint a person to remain alcohol-free and provide transportation for those who drink," according to Right.

Right also suggests that anyone who will be celebrating the holiday season with alcoholic beverages should consider the following:

• If you are going to a party with your spouse or a friend, one person should not drink.
• Don't drink on an empty stomach.
• If you are hosting a party, provide a non-alcoholic punch or eggnog for those who either don't drink at all or are choosing not to drink because they will be driving.
• Provide snacks or hors d’oeuvres to ensure your guests will have something available to eat while drinking.
• Close the bar down an hour before the party is to end.
• Be prepared to either put up guests for the night or provide safe transportation for those who shouldn't drive.

AAA Insurance wishes you a safe holiday season!

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