Full Notification

The Fourth of July is a favorite holiday for many residents and visitors to the Outer Banks. Families and friends gather to celebrate our nation’s independence with parades, parties and fireworks. The celebration often includes alcohol, and the holiday can quickly go from festive to fatal when people choose to drive after drinking.
Law enforcement officers will be out in force today through July 7th across North Carolina and here on the Outer Banks for the Booze It and Lose It OPERATION FIRECRACKER. They will be looking for impaired drivers and alcohol related violations. Stepped up saturation patrols, checking stations and increased public awareness are all playing a role in ensuring that those who decide to drink don’t drive.
The Kitty Hawk Police Department recommends these simple tips to prevent drunk driving:

• Plan a safe way home before the fun begins;
• Before drinking, designate a sober driver;
• If you’re impaired, use a taxi, call a sober friend or family member, or use public transportation;
• If you happen to see a drunk driver on the road, don’t hesitate to call 911;
• If you know someone who is about to drive or ride while impaired, take their keys and help them make other arrangements to get to where they are going safely.

We hope that everyone has a safe and enjoyable July 4th!