Pokémon Go – a smartphone app that combines the fun of a scavenger hunt with the addictiveness of crack cocaine – has already become a huge sensation around the world and in the Coachella Valley. And while the app might be fun, it can also lead to the finding of a dead body or you getting robbed. Pokémon Go might also lead someone to completely lose their mind and attempt to #catchemall while driving, which has led to a real campaign reminding people not to do that.
Dont Pokemon Go and Drive, Keep your eyes one the road!! #PokemonGO #PokemonGoChallenge pic.twitter.com/pau89huoy1
— Caltrans District 8 (@Caltrans8) July 11, 2016
Meanwhile, other California agencies are reminding people to look up every once in a while:
Warning: Gamers using #PokemonGO-Don't get so engrossed you aren't aware. Heads up, phones down. #LASD #SCV pic.twitter.com/nCmsOXwqR7
— SCV Sheriff (@SCVSHERIFF) July 11, 2016
What a strange time to be alive.