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Mpumalanga MEC for Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Mr Jackie Macie, has announced that high-density operations during the Easter long weekend will focus on vehicle roadworthiness and driver fitness. All primary and secondary routes will be prioritised accordingly.
According to the MEC, routes such as the N4, N2, N11, N12, N17, R38, R573, R568, R23 and R581, among others, have historically recorded significant numbers of crashes and fatalities during previous holiday periods. He stated that these routes will therefore receive heightened attention and analysis, particularly during peak travel times.
The Department, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, will maintain a visible presence through block patrols and stop-and-check operations throughout the weekend.
As part of Road Safety Education initiatives, rest stops will be provided for motorists travelling across the province. The Department will also engage pedestrians and motorists to enhance awareness of road safety. In addition, alcohol-related enforcement operations will be intensified throughout the Easter long weekend.
Furthermore, K78 roadblocks will be implemented on identified routes to address vehicles that are not roadworthy.
MEC Macie has urged motorists travelling during the long weekend to comply with traffic regulations and to ensure that their vehicles are roadworthy before embarking on their journeys.
"Let us all comply with the rules of the road, exercise tolerance towards fellow motorists, remain vigilant for pedestrians, and refrain from consuming intoxicating substances while driving. Motorists are further advised to adjust their driving to prevailing road conditions, including inclement weather and construction zones on various routes. Organisers of church pilgrimages must ensure that vehicles used to transport congregants are in a roadworthy condition," the MEC said.
He has further called on all law enforcementofficers to exercise zero tolerance towards traffic violations throughout the weekend and beyond.
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Issued by Mpumalanga Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison.