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It happens every day. Drunk drivers get on the roads and risk the lives of our friends and loved ones. Sometimes, we witness these drivers on the road, weaving in and out of lanes or traveling down a highway going the wrong direction. Whenever this happens, responsible drivers are left asking themselves—what do I do? Here are some answers from the people at Douglas Collision Center, Inc. in Lakeland, FL, because we too have encountered drunk drivers risking other people’s lives and wondered what to do.
Common sense tells you to stay as far away from the other vehicle as possible. Your first thought will be to try and pass the car or signal the driver to pull over. Don’t do it, because doing so could result in a collision.
The safest thing to do is write down the license plate number along with details of the vehicle including make, model and color. However, make sure you don’t risk your own safety trying to acquire this information.
Finally, pull over and call 911. Give the exact location of the vehicle, including the name of the road or cross streets and the direction the vehicle is traveling. Give a comprehensive and succinct description of the vehicle and the manner in which the vehicle is being driven.
Here are the signs that tell you a drunk driver is on the road:
What you should do:
What not to do:
Then leave the rest up to the heroes that work hard to make our roads safe for all of us. Drunks are going to be a reality on the roads and highways of our country, especially during holidays. If you can be alert and prepared when you encounter a drunk driver, you can save lives—including your own.
At Douglas Collision Center, Inc. in Lakeland, we know that alcohol and gasoline don’t mix, so adhere to these helpful tips and avoid a collision or worse.
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