RNC issuing tips to the public when socializing

The RNC is issuing tips to the public to help protect themselves when socializing.

Police are warning people that an individual may experience various effects upon ingesting a drug. These signs and symptoms may include but are not limited to the following:

• Nausea or vomiting

• Confusion or disorientation

• Difficulty remembering or loss of consciousness

• Impaired motor function

• Slurred speech or difficulty speaking

• Possible dizziness or problems seeing

Police are encouraging people to socialize with trusted friends and stay together, watch their drink being made and not leave it unattended, don’t accept drinks from other people or share drinks, and don’t drink from punch bowls or other common, open containers.

If someone offers to get you a drink, go with the person to order your drink. Watch the drink being poured and carry it yourself. Should you feel more intoxicated than expected, seek medical assistance and also contact the police.

When going home plan a safe mode of transportation such as registered taxi cabs or friends and family. Newfoundland and Labrador does not currently have ride-share services such as UBER and LYFT.