PITTSBURGH \u2014 Officials want to make sure everyone knows how to get around safely during the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.<\/p>\n
>>> Pittsburgh NFL Draft: What you need to know <<<<\/a><\/p>\n With so many people expected to visit the city, AAA, Mothers Against Drunk Driving and PennDOT are warning about the dangers of drunk driving.<\/p>\n During a press conference Thursday, officials said many people will be celebrating the draft with alcohol, and they should make plans to avoid getting behind the wheel.<\/p>\n \u201cIf you are going out, make your plan and stick to your plan,\u201d said Jim Garrity of AAA. \u201cRideshares, public transportation, whatever it is, the old-fashioned designated driver, somebody with no alcohol in their system.\u201d<\/p>\n RELATED COVERAGE >>> These are the roads that will close for the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh<\/a><\/p>\n Several Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus routes<\/a> will take fans directly to the NFL Draft for free.<\/p>\n PRT\u2019s light-rail system and the Mon Incline will also have free fares<\/a>, thanks to a partnership with Sheetz.<\/p>\n Officials on Thursday also said to be aware while walking in the city, and have a \u201cdesignated walker\u201d with you if you plan on drinking. <\/p>\n Click here for more of our 2026 NFL Draft coverage and to see an interactive map.<\/a><\/p>\n Download the FREE WPXI News app<\/a> for breaking news alerts.<\/p>\n Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook<\/a> and Twitter<\/a>. | Watch WPXI NOW<\/a><\/p>\n TOP STORIES FROM CHANNEL 11 NEWS <\/p>\n \u00a92026 Cox Media Group<\/p>\n