Alabama troopers launch 101 Days of Summer Safety campaign

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) kicked off its annual 101 Days of Summer Safety campaign as the summer travel season begins.

The campaign runs from Memorial Day to Labor Day, a period troopers call the “100 deadliest days of summer.”

Over Memorial Day weekend, troopers investigated four traffic deaths and one boating fatality. They issued more than 1,400 speeding citations, 365 seat belt violations, and made 14 DUI arrests on roadways statewide.

On the water, Marine Patrol made four boating under the influence arrests and conducted nearly 500 vessel stops.

ALEA says the goal this summer is education and enforcement. Troopers say that means buckling up, watching your speed, keeping your distance, and putting the phone down every time you get behind the wheel.

“More traffic means people get complacent. More car crashes, more injuries, more fatalities,” said ALEA Trooper Brandon Bailey. “Check your tires, make sure they’re at the appropriate tread depth. If you don’t have the appropriate amount of tread, it could easily lead to hydroplaning.”

ALEA says they will have increased patrols on roads and waterways through Labor Day.

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