Kentucky State Police will concentrate on vehicle enforcement for the Labor Day weekend, as the agency participates in Operation C.A.R.E. (Crash Awareness Reduction Effort).
Between Friday through Monday, Kentucky State Police will take part in the national effort to increase officer presence on the interstates and highways.
“This weekend troopers and officers will put a high emphasis on all traffic enforcement violations, including speeding, failure to wear safety restraints (seatbelt), impaired/distracted driving, and commercial vehicle enforcement,” state police said in a press release. “We ask all drivers to do their part to keep our roads safe by obeying Kentucky traffic laws, operating their vehicle with courtesy, and being aware of others while driving.”
State police offers drivers the following tips to increase safety awareness on the roads this weekend:
Eliminate distractions while driving – Stay alert, monitor weather and road conditions wherever you’re traveling, and keep your phones put away while operating your vehicle.
Slow down – Especially in bad weather, construction areas, in heavy traffic, and unfamiliar locations.
Buckle Up – Click It or Ticket, ensure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained.
Move Over for first responders – Kentucky passed a law in 2003 requiring motorists to move to the adjacent lane when approaching an emergency or public safety vehicle. If it is impossible or unsafe to change lanes, motorists must slow down and use caution. Failure to comply can result in fines, jail time or both.
Leave early for your destinations– As with all holiday weekends, it is highly likely more vehicles will be on the roadway. This increase in traffic could create delays in your travels, which we urge all operators to take into account.
If anyone observes a troublesome driver or “any suspicious road conditions,” please contact Kentucky State Police or your local law enforcement agency.
By Ken Howlett, News Director
Contact Ken at ken@k105.com
