AURORA, Ill. – As families across Illinois prepare to travel for the Independence Day weekend, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is encouraging local residents who will be traveling or attending events to drive safely and take preventative measures to avoid accidents.
“Our nation’s Independence Day is a great opportunity to join friends and family in celebrating our freedom,” Kifowit said. It is important, however, to put a priority on safety during the holiday weekend.”
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Listed below are some helpful tips from the National Safety Council to ensure that your family and friends have a safe and fun Fourth of July weekend:
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• Refrain from any illegal cell phone use while driving
• Safely pull over if a call needs to be made
• Always wear a safety belt
• Check that all passengers are wearing their safety belts before driving
• Make children sit in the back seat and use proper safety seats
• Never leave a child or pet unattended in a vehicle
• Designate a sober driver if planning on consuming alcoholic beverages
In addition to roadway safety, Kifowit is reminding residents that the use of fireworks is illegal in Illinois and firework displays should be left to professional staff.
“Celebrating the Fourth of July is not an excuse to make poor decisions,” Kifowit said. “I encourage all area residents to use good judgment over the coming days, and I wish everyone a happy and safe holiday.”
For more information, please contact Rep. Kifowit’s constituent service office at 630-585-1308, email Stephanie.Kifowit@att.net, or visit www.ILDistrict84.com.
