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Kickoff on America’s favorite past time is just about ready to start. When it’s time for Super Bowl LII, everyone’s a fan…and Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk. The Burbank Police Department, along with the California Office of Traffic Safety, Los Angeles County Sheriff and the California Highway Patrol are huddling up for a special designated driver reminder to urge football fans across the nation not to drop the ball on this issue.

Impaired driving near or above the .08 BAC limit can be deadly, and even small amounts of alcohol can impair judgment to make driving unsafe. In 2016, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported there were 10,497 fatalities in motor vehicle traffic crashes involving drunk drivers nationwide. California recorded 1,059 DUI deaths at .08 BAC or above according to the NHTSA.

The Burbank Police Department supports the new effort from the Office of Traffic Safety that aims to educate all drivers that “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze.” Drug-impaired driving is a problem on California roadways. Like drunk driving, drugged driving is impaired driving, which means it is dangerous and illegal. Whether the drug is legally prescribed, an illicit drug or marijuana, driving while drug-impaired poses a threat to the driver, vehicle passengers, other motorists, and can lead to a DUI.

There are many ways to ensure a safe ride home aside from relying on a friend. The OTS DDVIP app is now available for free download on iOS and Android devices. The DDVIP app helps find nearby bars and restaurants that feature free incentives for the designated driver and allows users to order a sober ride through Uber, Lyft, or Curb.

The Burbank Police would like to remind the community to enjoy the Super Bowl responsibly by enlisting the help of a designated driver. Plan your sober ride home before the party begins on February 4.