Prince William Police Offer Keys To A Safe Super Bowl Sunday

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, VA — The Prince William County Police Department wants residents to enjoy watching the Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 2 but to be smart before they get behind the wheel. The police department is warning the public that additional police will be on the roads in Prince William County and across the state to crack down on impaired driving.

The public should have a "game plan" ready for the Super Bowl, which includes designating a sober driver. Super Bowl Sunday is one of the most dangerous times to be on the road due to the number of impaired driving-related traffic crashes, according to the police department.

Among the Prince William County Police Department's tips are:

• Avoid drinking too much alcohol too fast. Pace yourself — eat, take breaks and alternate with non-alcoholic drinks.
• Designate your sober driver before the party begins and give that person your car keys.
• If impaired, don't even think about getting behind the wheel. Ask a sober friend for a ride home or call a cab or service, friend or family member to come and get you. Or stay where you are and sleep it off until you are sober.
• Take the keys and never let a friend leave your sight if you think they are about to drive while impaired.

If you are hosting a Super Bowl party, the Prince William County police recommend you:

• Serve lots of food, particularly high-protein dishes, and be sure to include lots of non-alcoholic beverages.
• Stop serving alcohol at the end of the third quarter of the game and begin serving coffee and dessert.
• Be sure all your guests designate their drivers in advance, or help arrange ride-sharing with sober drivers.
• Keep the numbers for local cab companies handy and take the keys away from anyone who is thinking of driving while impaired.