With many celebrations and parties planned for tonight to ring in the brand new year comes a reminder to be safe throughout festivities.

One of the most common and easy recommendations is planning a safe ride home.

Marie Schultz from SGI recommends getting plans in place for your night.

"We want drivers to always plan a safe ride home and some of the options include having a designated driver ahead of time, if you're an area with taxi or transit, take advantage of that. Call a friend or family member. I'm sure your mom would come and get you instead of somewhere else."

Many also choose to run their own fireworks during New Years Eve, and experts say you must ensure you have enough open space, a bucket of water nearby and staying away from alcohol.