'Tis the season of holiday parties and travels to visit with friends and family.

With that comes busy roads, and the need to possibly find an alternative mode of transportation to get home.

The Okotoks RCMP is wishing us all a happy holiday season, but also reminding us to be safe on the roads, and to not drive impaired.

Sargent Sukh Randhawa, of the Okotoks RCMP, says that impaired driving is a preventable crime.

"Enjoy the holidays, but be careful in terms of drinking and driving. Plan ahead when you know you will be drinking, and work together to make sure everyone gets home safe this holiday season."

Also remember that impaired driving isn't just about drinking, but that drugs and driving are also a deadly combination.

Residents are encouraged to take all the proper precautions this season and to take their time to get to their destinations and loved ones safe and sound.

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