AAA offers ‘Tow to Go’ service to help keep drivers safe during St. Patrick’s Day weekend

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ORLANDO, Fla. — AAA is giving drivers in Florida a safe option to get home if they plan on celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this weekend.

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The auto club is reactivating its “Tow to Go” program for the holiday weekend.

If drivers had too much to drink, AAA will tow them and their car to a safe place for free.

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Drivers have to call (855-286-9246) to use the service.

AAA officials said this service should only be used as a last resort.

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The program will be active from 6 p.m. Thursday to 6 a.m. Monday.

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