Operation C.A.R.E. is a federally funded program that allows additional troopers to patrol Hoosier roadways looking for drivers that are driving aggressively or impaired.
Please help do your part to make this Christmas-New Year’s Holiday travel period safe by observing the following safety rules:
- When planning to travel, make sure you are well rested, as a fatigued driver is a dangerous driver
- Increase your following distance; remember the two-second rule
- Watch for slowed or stopped traffic when approaching construction zones or crash sites
- Leave a car length between you and the vehicle in front of you in stopped traffic. Watch approaching traffic in your mirror and be prepared to take evasive action
- Decrease your speed according to traffic and road conditions
- Beware of bridges, overpasses and intersections where ice tends to form first during cold inclement weather
- Be courteous to your fellow motorists. Turn signals when changing lanes help to eliminate road rage incidents
- Make sure everyone in your vehicle is properly restrained, including making sure Child Safety Seats are properly anchored and that children stay securely fastened in them
- DON’T BE DISTRACTED-Pull over and stop to use electronic devices
- DON’T DRIVE IMPAIRED-Have a designated driver or use a ride sharing service
- MOVE OVER and SLOW DOWN for emergency and highway service vehicles
- Don't "hang out" in the left lane. This is one of the most common triggers for a road rage incident. Always drive in the right lane except to pass a slower moving vehicle
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, safety belt use is the most effective strategy a person can employ to prevent death and minimize injury resulting from traffic collisions. Motorists are encouraged to report aggressive or suspected impaired drivers by calling 911. Give a vehicle description, location, and direction of travel.
The Indiana State Police Lowell District #13 wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday season.