For many of us, wrapping up the year that was and ringing in the year ahead is a time to think about resolutions and to plan on some celebrating. The San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department offers some tips to help assure a safe and happy new year free of any unexpected misfortune. Reporter Mike Lipsitz puts on his party hat …
The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department advises … observe local ordinances prohibiting all fireworks in Morongo Basin. Don’t shoot firearms into the air. Remember, what goes up must come down. Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings at all times. If you are drinking alcohol, arrange for a designated driver or call a taxi. Do not leave drinks unattended anywhere for any amount of time. Always maintain a fully charged cell phone in case of an emergency. If driving, allow ample travel times, stay alert, observe traffic laws, and be prepared for winter road conditions. And lastly, report suspicious activity. For emergencies call 911, and for non-emergencies call the Sheriff’s Department Desert Dispatch at 760-956-5001.
