The New York State Thruway Authority and the New York State Police Troop T will crackdown with the touchdowns to keep Interstate-90 safe.

A “Drunk Driving” initiative will be held in conjunction with the 46th annual edition of this year’s Super Bowl on Sunday, February 5. The four-day awareness campaign will begin Friday, Feb. 3, and continue through Monday, Feb. 6.

“Super Sunday is one of the most dangerous days to be on the road, because many impaired people attempt to drive home after the party,” said Thruway Authority Executive Director Thomas Madison. “Don’t mix alcohol and driving — always have a designated driver in your starting line-up.”

New York State Police Troop T, whose members patrol the Thruway exclusively, will be out in full force keeping a close watch for drunk drivers.

“Troop T is committed to making the Thruway safe,” said Troop T Commander Major Robert Meyers. “Our goal is to maximize DWI enforcement efforts to ensure that motorists are not needlessly injured or killed by an intoxicated or drug impaired drive during this time.”

Ten saturation patrols are scheduled to be conducted statewide by State Police Troop T during the Super Bowl Weekend.

“This Sunday’s celebrations could end in tragedy if people drink alcohol and drive,” said Madison. “We encourage all New Yorkers to be proactive and do their part to prevent these unnecessary tragedies. The Thruway is pleased to again partner with State Police Troop T to help prevent motorists from being injured or killed in an alcohol-related accident.”

During its 2011 initiative, Troop T issued 1,314 tickets and made 30 DWI arrests.