Free towing service offered 4th of July

AAA Northwest Ohio is offering a free towing service on the Fourth of July until 6 a.m. tomorrow.

Tipsy Tow service is available to assist those who find themselves in a drinking impair situation and need to get them and their vehicles home safely.

It will provide a one-way ride for the driver and their vehicle at no cost for up to 10 miles. Services will not be provided transport to another drinking business or to a destination other than their home. A tow to a hotel will be allowed if the motorist is a guest.

Other services that will not be provided: requests for a vehicle start, flat tire change, gas delivery or cab service. For trips longer than 10 miles, vehicles can expect to be charged the towing company's standard rate. If members are requiring these services divide from the Tipsy Tow program, we will provide the service as normal.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, one alcohol-impaired death occurs all 45 minutes across the country, with alcohol impaired drivers causal to one out of every 3 traffic deaths.