The California Highway Patrol has issued a local alert ahead of the Christmas holiday, warning drivers that increased enforcement will be in effect across the state. The annual holiday enforcement period begins Christmas Eve at 6 p.m. and runs through late Thursday night, with all available CHP officers on patrol. The goal is to reduce dangerous driving behaviors during one of the busiest travel times of the year.CHP officials say enforcement efforts will focus heavily on impaired driving, excessive speeding, and reckless behavior. Drivers are being reminded to slow down, remain alert, and never get behind the wheel while under the influence. Officers across Riverside County will be working alongside sheriff’s deputies and city police departments, conducting DUI checkpoints and extra patrols to keep roadways safe.Statistics from last year’s Christmas enforcement period highlight the risks. CHP officers arrested more than 300 drivers statewide for driving under the influence and…..