Utahns enjoy celebrating during the month of July and Utah Highway Patrol as well as other agencies will be watching to deter, detect, and remove impaired drivers from the roadways. “Utahns are excited to celebrate Independence and Pioneer Days this month,” shares UHP Lt. Zachary Randall. “Before you go out, please plan ahead and arrange a sober ride. Impaired driving crashes have devastating, violent, and permanent consequences. Protect your freedom and safety this summer – If you drink, don’t drive.” This holiday weekend is expected to be record breaking for travel meaning roads will already be more busy than past Independence holidays. AAA projects 70.9 million travelers will hit the road during the extended Independence Day holiday weekend with an expected 5 percent increase over previous records. All are encouraged to make safety a top priority.
