SACRAMENTO,
Calif. – As Californians prepare for the Christmas holiday during the COVID-19
pandemic, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) reminds everyone the rules of safe
driving are just as critical as ever. Although traffic may be lighter this holiday
season, it is not an invitation to speed.
The rules of the road still apply, and motorists should avoid driving
tired, impaired, or distracted.
California
has instituted a Regional at Stay Home Order throughout most of the state and is
advising residents to stay close to home as much as possible and not travel
significant distances. If you must travel,
the CHP wants to remind you of some important traffic safety tips to help you
arrive safely: drive sober, avoid
distractions, always buckle up, and leave plenty of time to get to your
destination.
“The CHP
wants to ensure your safety throughout this unprecedented year,” said CHP
Commissioner Amanda Ray. “We are hopeful
that the public will do their part and remember to make safety a priority.”
Safeguarding
California’s roadways through the upcoming Christmas holiday, the CHP will
implement a Maximum Enforcement Period, which begins at 6:01 p.m. on Thursday,
December 24, and concludes at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, December 27. During that time, all available officers will
be on the road for enhanced enforcement and to assist any drivers in need of help.
The
mission of the CHP is to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and
Security.
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