BELMONT COUNTY, OHIO (WTRF) – The Ohio State Highway Patrol will beef up their patrols for the holiday, not just on the 4th of July, but starting tomorrow morning and running through Sunday night.
They expect tomorrow’s traffic to be the busiest with people on their way to their destinations, and again Sunday as they’re returning home.
The 4th of July is known for more than average cases of driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs.
But they’ll be looking for many different behaviors on the roads.
“We encourage motorists if you are going to partake in the 4th of July festivities to be responsible, find a designated driver, taxi service or any other ride share service that may available in your area. And as always, please put down any distractions in the vehicle such as your phones. And please buckle up and bd safe while traveling on Ohio roadways.”
Sgt. Brittany Brannon, Ohio State Highway Patrol, St. Clairsville Post
They will also be looking for speeding, reckless or aggressive driving.