DPS increases enforcement for the holidays

Many of us are making our plans for New Year's and our final celebrations to close out the holiday season! As a reminder, DPS' annual holiday traffic enforcement initiatives are still underway and will run through Jan. 2. As a reminder, please drive responsibly and make safety your No. 1 priority every time you get behind the wheel this holiday season and beyond!

Check out the tips ⬇️ to help everyone have a safe and enjoyable New Year.

🚫 Don’t drink and drive. Make alternate plans if you’re consuming alcohol.
🚓 Move Over or Slow Down for police, fire, EMS, TxDOT vehicles and tow trucks stopped on the side of the road with emergency lights activated.
🚗 Buckle up everyone in the vehicle — it’s the law.
🚧 Slow down, especially in bad weather, heavy traffic, unfamiliar areas or construction zones.
📱 Eliminate distractions while driving, including the use of mobile devices.
🚘 Drive defensively, as holiday travel can present additional challenges.
🚨 If you can Steer It, Clear It: If you are involved in a non-injury crash and your vehicle can be moved, clear the traffic lanes to minimize traffic impact.
🚔 Report road hazards or anything suspicious to the nearest law enforcement agency.
🌩 Monitor weather and road conditions wherever you’re traveling. For road conditions and closures in Texas, visit DriveTexas.org.

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