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Tallahassee PD: New Year's Eve Safety Tips
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| New Year's Eve Safety By Andy Berentsen Tallahassee Police Department
| | • Designate a Driver:
If you are going to be driving New Year's Eve, don't drink and drive. If you have a friend who does not prefer to drink, make sure they take the wheel. You might even be on the water this New Year's Eve. The person in charge of navigating the boat needs to be cautious, and this still applies to them! It is important to be safe on the water as well, so drink sensibly. | | • Don't forget about your pets! They are just as much a part of the family as everyone else. If you are using fireworks, anything with loud noises, or fire, be sure that pets are kept at a distance as well as children. None of these are a good mix. Candles are also a potential hazard. • Be Alert: Be aware of your surroundings and how others are acting. Stay away from those who are out of control and might cause harm. Taking preventive measures is key. | 
| | If someone is really intoxicated, prevent them from trying to drive or leaving with someone they do not know. It's important to keep an eye out for each other.
• Don't Drive: If you don't have to go behind the wheel, avoid it. More people will be driving under the influence on this particular night, so avoid a potentially dangerous accident by staying off the road. Otherwise, be alert and drive defensively. Most importantly, wear your seatbelt! Also, using public transportation is a wise option. If taking a cab is too expensive, crashing at a friend's place nearby is a convenient solution. • Stick Together: This way we can look out for our friends and family. Going out to parties and nightclubs means a fast-paced, crazy night; so be sure to travel in groups. | | 
| Having a safety net around you in this environment, especially for women, is imperative.
• Monitor your Alcohol Intake: A majority of people will be drinking on New Year's Eve, and there is nothing wrong with that. Just be sure to pay attention to how much you and others are consuming. Drinking too much alcohol can have lethal affects. Be responsible. | | | | For more information on Crime Prevention Programs and Services, contact the TDP Crime Prevention Unit at:
(850) 891-4251 Have the Tallahassee Police Department and Leon County Sheriff's Office phone numbers programmed in your cell phone. You never know when you might need to call a non-emergency line. TPD: (850) 891-4200 LCSO: (850) 922-3300 And, of course, if it is an emergency, always dial 911. | 
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