It is New Year’s Eve in Wood Buffalo, and there are some safety tips that can help you and your family enjoy the holiday while staying safe. If you plan on driving anywhere tonight remember not to drink and drive, or your holiday could end up with you behind bars or even worse. Instead choose a designated driver, take a cab, or even arrange to spend the night at the home of a friend or a hotel near where your party is being held. It is the season for winter weather, as well as a night for parties and having fun, so be careful if you are driving and be prepared for winter weather conditions. If you will be drinking make sure to pace yourself, and avoid drinking alcohol on an empty stomach.

If you will be spending New Year’s Eve in Wood Buffalo and you plan on having a drink or two then make sure that you alternate your beverages so that you stay well hydrated. Have an alcoholic beverage and then choose juice, water, or soda. Before you start drinking eat foods that are high n fats and carbohydrates because this slows down the absorption of alcohol into your bloodstream. Know when to stop drinking, excessive alcohol consumption can lead to alcohol poisoning and even death in some cases. If you are the host who is throwing a party consider designating someone to stay sober and drive your guests home. You can also make arrangements with a local cab company to provide transportation services for guests who need it, or arrange for guests to spend the night if they are not capable of driving.