08-02-2025
How you can be an ‘MVP' this Super Bowl Sunday
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) — The Bloomington Police Department is reminding everyone about the dangers of Impaired driving ahead of Sunday's game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles.
In a post on their Facebook page, the department stress the importance of having a designated driver for fans and partygoers to avoid impaired driving.
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The post stresses if you are consuming alcohol or cannabis, make sure you have a sober driver, and party hosts should 'take care of the designated drivers.'
'The Bloomington Police Department will be actively monitoring the highways for impaired drivers. We are committed to keeping our streets safe and ensuring intoxicated drivers are held accountable. With the increase of alcohol consumption on Super Bowl Sunday, please enjoy safely and responsibly during this festive occasion,' said Chief Jamal Simington.
The post also says walking impaired can be dangerous, so have someone sober to walk with you to ensure your safety.
Also, it reminds people that a seatbelt is required to be worn by everyone in a vehicle, and distracted driving and speeding will also get you a ticket.
The following are tips the post shared on how to ensure a fun and safe Super Bowl:
• Drunk or high, it doesn't matter. It is never okay to drive impaired. Designate a sober driver or plan to use public transportation or a ride service to get home safely.
• If you see an impaired driver on the road, contact law enforcement.
• Have a friend who is about to drive impaired? Take the keys away and plan to get your friend home safely.
• Always buckle up!
The 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' campaign is funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation and the money is managed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the post said.
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