Travel Smart This Holiday: Simon Perdue Law Issues Winter Road Warning for New Mexico Drivers

Firm issues holiday travel alert as year-end roads get busier

Simon Perdue Law has put out a holiday travel alert urging anyone driving over Christmas and New Year’s to take extra care. The firm’s message is simple: expect more cars on the road, prepare for winter weather, and use common-sense precautions so a joyful trip doesn’t turn into an emergency. That warning is aimed at families and solo travelers across New Mexico, where cold weather and long holiday hours can combine to raise accident risk.

Why year-end travel is a higher-risk time

There are a few reasons the firm says year-end driving is different from a regular weekend. First, many people travel at once — roads and highways get crowded as families move between homes. Second, winter weather can arrive quickly in New Mexico, bringing snow, ice and lower visibility on mountain passes and even on city streets. Third, holiday celebrations mean more overnight driving and a higher chance of impaired drivers on the road.

Local emergency responders often report a steady uptick in weather-related crashes and breakdowns around the holidays. Add in fatigue from long drives and unfamiliar routes, and minor problems can become major ones if drivers are not prepared.

Practical safety steps to use before and during holiday trips

The firm lays out common-sense precautions travelers can take. These are practical actions for families and individuals, not legal instructions.

• Check the forecast and plan your route. Look at weather for your whole route, not just your start and end points. If a pass looks icy or storm warnings are up, allow extra time or consider postponing non-essential travel.
• Service your vehicle. Make sure tires, brakes, lights and wipers are in good shape. Keep your gas tank at least half full when you expect delays; fuel helps keep the heater running if you get stuck.
• Pack an emergency kit. A basic kit can include warm blankets, extra clothing, water, nonperishable snacks, a flashlight and a phone charger. If you travel in rural or high-altitude areas, add a shovel, traction mats or sand, and extra warming layers.
• Use safety seats and seatbelts correctly. Make sure child seats are installed and used the way the manufacturer recommends. Every passenger should be buckled for every trip.
• Plan regular breaks. Long drives are tiring. Stops every two hours or when you feel drowsy help reduce fatigue and keep drivers alert.
• Avoid impaired driving. If you will be around alcohol or medications that can slow reaction times, plan alternatives: a sober driver, ride-share, or overnight stays.
• Drive for the conditions. Slow down on wet or icy roads, increase following distance, and avoid sudden steering or braking. If visibility drops, pull safely off the road and wait for conditions to improve.

After a crash: the firm’s recommended next steps and how it can help

Simon Perdue Law advises that safety and urgent care come first. Move to a safe spot if possible and call emergency services for medical help. The firm says documenting the scene can be helpful later: note conditions, take photos when it is safe to do so, and keep records of medical treatment and repair estimates.

The firm positions itself as available to review what happened and explain options if someone is injured or faces mounting bills. That is framed as a resource for people who need help navigating the aftermath, not as a substitute for immediate emergency or medical care.

Local resources and contacts for New Mexico travelers

Emergency number for immediate life‑threatening calls: 911.

For up-to-date road and weather information in New Mexico, travelers can use the state’s 511 traveler information system and monitor the National Weather Service office serving Albuquerque for watches and warnings. For non-urgent roadside help, use your auto insurer’s roadside assistance or a national motor club if you belong to one.

If you are in or near Albuquerque and need medical attention, area hospitals and emergency rooms serve holiday visitors and locals; call 911 for urgent transport. Local law enforcement and county road crews also publish travel advisories and road-closure notices during storms.

About Simon Perdue Law and how to follow up

Simon Perdue Law issued the travel alert via a press release distributed through national channels. The firm described the guidance above as precautionary measures to protect holiday travelers. For media inquiries or to find the firm’s listed contact details, see the firm’s official release or the distribution where the alert was published.

Sources

• prnewswire.com