Drunk from Balatonfüred: without a scooter, you're in trouble! 😵💫 Video
A shocking incident happened in Balatonfüred, a popular resort on the northern shore of Lake Balaton: a drunken man got so drunk that he fell without an electric scooter, yet he thought he could drive. The video footage went viral on social media, highlighting the hidden dangers of lakeside traffic. 🚔
Last weekend, the Balatonfüred police stopped the man near the Tagore Promenade, where he was riding a scooter. The breathalyzer showed a value above 2.5 parts per thousand - this is considered serious drunk driving. According to the man's claim, there was nothing wrong with him, but the patrolmen witnessed how he immediately fell over after getting off the vehicle. Proceedings have been initiated against him, which may even result in the confiscation of his driver's license. This can be evaluated as a warning before the Balaton holiday season, since in Füred you often see scooters on the promenade.
The incident caused a great response in the local community: Balatonfüred, where the Anna Ball and the wine festivals attract tourists, boasts crowded promenades in the summer. Scooters are popular with holidaymakers for coastal transport, but their drunken use poses a threat to families, children and pedestrians. According to locals, this increases the risk of accidents on the Balaton shore, where everyone is in a relaxed mood due to the proximity of the lake. ⚠️ It can also affect tourism: if such news spreads, the feeling of security may decrease, even though carefree relaxation is the point at Lake Balaton.
The municipality of Balatonfüred and the police will probably tighten the controls during the season to preserve the lakeside idyll. If you roller skate in Füred or the surrounding towns, keep in mind: alcohol and two-wheelers do not mix at Lake Balaton!
Source: HVG