The Paris Police Department is urging locals to be safe while enjoying their New Year’s Eve festivities.
“What are your plans for New Year’s Eve? Whatever your plans, we hope you have a safe, fun start to the new year,” they said in their latest social media post.
The department has put together a checklist to help plan a safe celebration as you welcome 2020.
If you’re planning to drink:
- Know what a standard drink is: A standard drink consists of 1.5 ounces of liquor, 5 ounces of wine, or 10-12 ounces of beer. On average, it takes your body one hour to process one standard drink, but it varies slightly from person to person depending on your sex, height, weight, etc.
- Eat beforehand and drink water: If you’re planning on drinking, eat a good meal before you go out. Additionally, snacking throughout the night can help lessen the effects of alcohol. For every drink, make sure you have a glass of water to help your body process the alcohol and to stay hydrated.
- Set a limit before you head out: Set a limit on how many drinks you will have that evening.
If you’re going out:
- Stay in a group: Whether you’re a guy or a girl, never go anywhere alone. Keep an eye on everyone in your group throughout the night. Consider having buddies for the evening.
- Plan ahead for rides: If you are planning on drinking, either have a designated driver or make sure you have money for a cab or call Dylan’s Drivers, 903-905-4959.
- Don’t accept drinks from strangers and always keep an eye on your drink: If someone you don’t know offers you a drink, don’t take it. There is no way to know what you are actually drinking. Additionally, always keep your eye on your drink, and don’t leave it unattended.
If you’re hosting:
- Be smart about who you invite: If you know someone tends to make a scene, it’s okay to leave them off the invitation list. Smaller parties can be just as fun as big ones.
- Skip out on the fireworks and shooting a gun into the air. Fireworks are illegal inside the city limits, and shooting a gun is just dangerous. The bullet is going to come back to Earth somewhere.
- If there will be alcohol at your party, never allow anyone to drive home intoxicated. You may be held liable if they leave your house and get into an accident. Either find them a ride home or let them stay the night at your house.
If you’re staying at home:
- Have fun! Staying at home to celebrate (or not celebrate) is just as fun! Enjoy the evening at home with friends or family!
The department hopes the above suggestions will help everyone had a fun, safe, and enjoyable time throughout this holiday season.
