YPD to conduct impaired driving enforcement detail for Fourth of July weekend

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) - The Yuma Police Department (YPD) says they are conducting an impaired driving enforcement detail this Fourth of July weekend.

YPD says it will start Friday, July 3, 2026 to Sunday, July 5, 2026, with additional officers patrolling the streets looking to stop and arrest drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

During that time, YPD says they will also enforce traffic laws, raise public awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and save lives on the roadways.

In addition, YPD is offering the following tip for those under the influence:

• Plan a safe way home before the festivities begin!
• Before drinking, designate a sober driver and leave your car keys at home.
• If you're impaired, use a taxi, Uber, or call a sober friend or family member.
• If you happen to see an impaired driver on the road, don't hesitate to call 911.
• In addition, if you know someone who is about to drive while impaired, take their keys and help them make other arrangements to get to where they are going safely

To learn more about this, read the press release below.