FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Kentucky State Police are cracking down on dangerous driving this Labor Day weekend as part of a nationwide safety effort.

Troopers are participating in “Operation C.A.R.E.” — the Combined Accident Reduction Effort — which runs through Monday. Extra patrols will be out on highways and interstates, watching for impaired or distracted drivers, speeding, and seat belt violations.

State police are reminding drivers to plan ahead, buckle up, put the phone away, and move over for emergency vehicles. Officials say the goal is simple: reduce crashes and save lives.

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