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Beginning at 6 tonight, law-enforcement agencies throughout the state will increase measures to stop motorists who drink and drive. The campaign will run through the New Year’s holiday, ending at 3 a.m. Wednesday.
During last year’s “Heat Is On” campaign, 449 people were arrested for driving under the influence, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation. No alcohol-related fatalities were reported last year.
“If celebrating with alcohol, plan ahead and designate a sober driver or take alternate transportation,” said Col. Mark Trostel, chief of the Colorado State Patrol.
The State Patrol said 71 agencies throughout the state have plans for increased patrols during the enforcement period.
