Parents beware of teen drinking in summer months

NORTH COUNTY – Underage drinking tends to go up during summer break. This is why County of San Diego officials are urging parents to monitor their children’s activities to curb underage drinking and avoid potential tragedies.

"Teens and young people have more free time during their summer break and that could get them into trouble," said Supervisor Dianne Jacob, County Board of Supervisors. "It’s important for parents to stay involved in their children’s lives and communicate openly about the dangers of alcohol and it has to be a continuing conversation."

"Underage drinking is not a rite of pa...