North Carolina's "Operation Firecracker Booze It & Lose It" campaign enhances law enforcement presence and checkpoints for Fourth of July weekend to combat drunk driving.

North Carolina's "Operation Firecracker Booze It & Lose It" campaign, from June 24 to July 7, increases law enforcement presence and checkpoints to deter drunk driving during the Fourth of July weekend. In 2023, 162 alcohol-related crashes and four fatalities occurred on NC roads during the holiday period. The campaign aims to raise awareness and encourage safe driving alternatives, such as designated drivers, taxis, or rideshares.

June 24, 2024
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