If you’re traveling for the Fourth of July, here are some driving safety tips

Brittany Caldwell
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More than 2.6 million Floridians are expected to travel during the Fourth of July holiday.

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The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles division of the Florida Highway Patrol urges drivers to be cautious when traveling to Florida.

AAA said that 89% of those travelers are predicted to travel by automobile, the most on record since 2001.

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“With a predicted record-breaking amount of travel expected over the upcoming holiday weekend, we are urging motorists to drive with caution and obey all Florida traffic laws,” said Terry L. Rhodes, FLHSMV executive director.

Nearly 56,000 speeding citations were issued to drivers across Florida in July 2021.

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Keep in mind that FHP troopers will be closely monitoring Florida roadways throughout the holiday weekend.

FHP also has some driving safety tips for the Fourth of July:

  • Don’t drive impaired. If you are planning to have alcoholic beverages, arrange to have a designated driver or ride-share service get you home safely.

  • If you see an impaired or aggressive driver, call *FHP (*347) or 911.

  • Obey speed limits and practice courtesy on the highway.

  • Buckle up. Your seat belt is important.

  • ATVs and off-road vehicles should only be driven on unpaved roadways, not highways.

  • Don’t drive distracted. Keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel.

  • Get plenty of rest before you get behind the wheel.

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