Iowa State patrol reminds drivers to be safe during the holiday season

It’s the holiday travel season. You need to be prepared and ready for all driving conditions. Some safety tips for when you hit the highway would be, make sure your vehicle is in proper working order.

Never let your gas tank get below half. Check ahead for road conditions. Roads may be fine where you are and hazardous where you are going. Allow enough time to get to your destination. When we get in a hurry we become careless. Being careless can lead to collisions and traffic tickets.

Obey the posted speed limits. Above all wear your seatbelt and make sure everyone in your vehicle is wearing theirs. Never drink and drive. If you do drink use a designated driver. There will be extra troopers working the highways during the holiday season. Don’t ruin this joyful season by being in a crash, getting traffic tickets or worst getting hurt or killed.

Have a safe and joyful holiday season.