LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo police and the Texas Department of Transportation are kicking off a holiday safety campaign beginning Friday, Dec. 12, and running through Jan. 1.

The initiative focuses on preventing impaired driving; last year’s operation resulted in seven arrests and nearly 500 traffic citations.

Authorities are urging everyone to plan ahead—pick a sober designated driver or use a rideshare service when celebrating.

Christmas and New Years are two days where LPD sees in increase in DWI’s.

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