How to Spot a Drunk Driver?
Alcohol-related accidents still occur despite constant public advisories about the dangers of drinking and driving.
The act of driving a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol beyond the legal limit is prohibited by law and outright dangerous.
People who drink and drive disregard their personal wellbeing and the safety of others.
These people have no respect for life and the law.
Take note that every road accident, every injury and every death affects not only the people directly involved in the accident but also their families, friends, colleagues, and other people.
Protect yourself and your loved ones by being responsible for your own actions.
Never drink and drive! Reiterate to your loved ones the dangers of driving after drinking.
It is also vital to be vigilant on the road.
Be aware of signs of drunk driving.
Awareness may help save your life and the people you care for.
What to look out for? Take note of the following signs of possible drunk driving.
· Driving in a zigzag fashion.
· Drifting in and out of traffic lanes.
· Making sudden and quick acceleration and deceleration.
· Swerving and taking extreme wide turns.
· Driving on the wrong side of the road.
· Tailgating or driving too close to another vehicle.
· Driving on the shoulder of the road.
· Signaling erratically and incompatible with the actions of the car.
· Driving on the center lane marker.
· Stepping unpredictably on the brakes.
· Making sudden stops without obvious cause.
· Driving too slowly or way below the speed limit.
· Speeding or driving beyond the speed limit.
· Almost hitting an object, vehicle or pedestrian.
· Driving without headlights at night.
· Responding slowly to traffic signals.
Aside from signs manifested by cars on the road, it is also important to observe the physical signs of drivers.
Be wary of the following behaviors.
· Driver is leaning forward on his/her seat with his/her face close to the windshield.
· Driver's head is "bobbing" or moving up and down as if trying to stay alert.
(This may also be a sign of a sleepy driver.
) · Driver is holding or drinking beer, wine and other alcoholic drink while driving.
What to do if you spot a possible drunk driver on the road? If you notice a possible drunk driver, be very careful.
Here are some ways to avoid road accidents: · Maintain a safe distance between you and the suspected drunk driver.
· Take note of the vehicle's license plate, make, model, color, and other details.
· Contact the authorities and report your observation.
Provide the information you previously gathered and the location where you spotted the possible drunk driver.
What can you do to avoid alcohol-related road accidents? It is important to be aware of other drivers but most of all, be responsible for your own actions.
· Always stay alert on the road.
· Never drive after drinking.
No exceptions! · If you plan to go drinking with friends, assign a designated driver who can drive everyone home or arrange for a taxi ride.
The act of driving a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol beyond the legal limit is prohibited by law and outright dangerous.
People who drink and drive disregard their personal wellbeing and the safety of others.
These people have no respect for life and the law.
Take note that every road accident, every injury and every death affects not only the people directly involved in the accident but also their families, friends, colleagues, and other people.
Protect yourself and your loved ones by being responsible for your own actions.
Never drink and drive! Reiterate to your loved ones the dangers of driving after drinking.
It is also vital to be vigilant on the road.
Be aware of signs of drunk driving.
Awareness may help save your life and the people you care for.
What to look out for? Take note of the following signs of possible drunk driving.
· Driving in a zigzag fashion.
· Drifting in and out of traffic lanes.
· Making sudden and quick acceleration and deceleration.
· Swerving and taking extreme wide turns.
· Driving on the wrong side of the road.
· Tailgating or driving too close to another vehicle.
· Driving on the shoulder of the road.
· Signaling erratically and incompatible with the actions of the car.
· Driving on the center lane marker.
· Stepping unpredictably on the brakes.
· Making sudden stops without obvious cause.
· Driving too slowly or way below the speed limit.
· Speeding or driving beyond the speed limit.
· Almost hitting an object, vehicle or pedestrian.
· Driving without headlights at night.
· Responding slowly to traffic signals.
Aside from signs manifested by cars on the road, it is also important to observe the physical signs of drivers.
Be wary of the following behaviors.
· Driver is leaning forward on his/her seat with his/her face close to the windshield.
· Driver's head is "bobbing" or moving up and down as if trying to stay alert.
(This may also be a sign of a sleepy driver.
) · Driver is holding or drinking beer, wine and other alcoholic drink while driving.
What to do if you spot a possible drunk driver on the road? If you notice a possible drunk driver, be very careful.
Here are some ways to avoid road accidents: · Maintain a safe distance between you and the suspected drunk driver.
· Take note of the vehicle's license plate, make, model, color, and other details.
· Contact the authorities and report your observation.
Provide the information you previously gathered and the location where you spotted the possible drunk driver.
What can you do to avoid alcohol-related road accidents? It is important to be aware of other drivers but most of all, be responsible for your own actions.
· Always stay alert on the road.
· Never drive after drinking.
No exceptions! · If you plan to go drinking with friends, assign a designated driver who can drive everyone home or arrange for a taxi ride.
