SPRINGFIELD — High school students, emergency responders and educators took part of an effort to curb impaired driving hosted by Hampden District Attorney Anthony D. Gulluni and the Massachusetts Office of Victim Assistance at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame on Thursday night.
Earlier in the year, schools were invited to have students work on campaigns that highlighted the dangers of impaired driving as part of “Stop the Swerve.” The winning schools for the best public service announcement and billboards were announced and prize money was awarded.
In addition to literature at the event various police and fire departments brought hands on interactive equipment for demonstration.
Southwick police department supplied an adult-size pedal- powered vehicle which was used to maneuver through miniature traffic cones with the driver wearing a pair of Fatal Vision goggles to simulate impaired driving by the use of drugs of alcohol.
American Medical Response emergency medical technicians were on hand to demonstrate lifesaving medical procedures.
The Massachusetts State Police provided realistic sobriety tests with students wearing the special goggles. Gulluni’s office supplied computerized driving simulators that took the students down city roads with various obstacles popping out along the way.
A presentation was made to parents on the liability of hosting a teen party. Gulluni said it was a great opportunity to talk about and understand the dangers of impaired driving in an engaging and educational setting.
Raffle prizes were also provided for students featuring Apple Store gift cards as well as other items.
The first place winner for best public service announcement was Central High School in Springfield for “Would Have.” It received a $10,000 prize.
Springfield Renaissance School took home the $5,000 best billboard prize for “The Final Walk.”
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