Celebrate this 4th of July with the sun, sand, and scrumptious food that Virginia Beach has to offer! 🌊🍽️ Thanks to Drive Safe Hampton Roads and the Virginia Beach Restaurant Association, getting home safely is easier than ever with the 757 Sober Ride program. Look for our drink coasters with QR codes at participating restaurants for instant ride access.
Drive Safe Hampton Roads is here to help you celebrate responsibly with our 757 Sober Ride program. Enjoy the fun but always plan for a safe ride home. Check out drivesafehr.org/757-sober-ride
Drive Safe Hampton Roads is here to help you celebrate responsibly with our 757 Sober Ride program. Enjoy the fun but always plan for a safe ride home. Check out drivesafehr.org/757-sober-ride
During the March 2026 college basketball tournament in Hampton Roads, VA, a campaign emphasizes the dangers of impaired driving, highlighting that “Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.” In 2023, there was an alarming statistic of one alcohol-impaired driving fatality every 42 minutes, totaling 12,429 deaths from drunk driving incidents. Specifically, during March Madness 2025, the region experienced 129 alcohol-related crashes, resulting in four fatalities and 43 injuries. Even low blood alcohol levels, such as .02, can significantly impair judgment.
To promote safety, individuals are encouraged to select a sober designated driver before going out, utilize ride-sharing or taxi services, and report suspected impaired drivers to law enforcement. For those hosting gatherings with alcohol, it is crucial to provide non-alcoholic drink options and ensure guests have safe transportation home.
