FM police chief says celebrate safely

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BY TIM SITTIG
Fort Madison Chief of Police


FORT MADISON - As the Big Game of Super Bowl approaches many people will take to the roads and highways to visit family and friends to take in the big game.

SITTIG

The Fort Madison Police Department along with the Governor's Traffic Safety Bureau asks that all people drive in a safe and defensive manner. From our point of view, it is better to get to your destination, even if it may be a little late, than to not get there at all. Our motto for this year is "Super Bowl Fans Don't Let Fans Drive Drunk".

Drinking alcohol and driving do NOT mix. If you plan on consuming alcohol, you should also plan on NOT getting behind the wheel of a vehicle. When going out, always have a designated sober driver or alternative transportation, such as a cab, to get everyone home safely. Plan a safe way home BEFORE the festivities begin.

Designate a sober driver. Give them the keys<br>Any question of sobriety, call a taxi, public transportation, or a sober friend to drive you or anyone who may be impaired, home. If you see a possible drunk driver on the road, contact your local law enforcement officials.

During the Super Bowl weekend Law Enforcement Officers throughout the State of Iowa will be out enforcing Iowa's seat belt, drinking, and texting laws, as well as all other traffic laws, in order to ensure a safe driving holiday.

The Fort Madison Police Department wishes everyone a safe and festive Super Bowl weekend.
Chief Tim Sittig

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