China News Service, Beijing, April 7 (Reporter Guo Chaokai) The reporter learned from the Transportation Administration Bureau of the Ministry of Public Security on the 6th that as of 18:00 on April 6, the national road traffic safety situation was generally stable during this year's Tomb Sweeping Day holiday, and no long-distance traffic accidents occurred. Congestion.
This year’s Tomb Sweeping Day holiday saw an increase in the number of people traveling to pay homage, sweep tombs, go on outings, visit relatives and friends, and have gatherings and dinners. The traffic volume in tomb areas, forested areas, suburban scenic spots, rural mountainous areas, and main roads in and out of the city increased significantly. In addition, heavy rains occurred in some areas, and the traffic volume increased significantly. Security risks increase. Public security and traffic management departments across the country have closely focused on the central tasks of ensuring safety and smooth traffic, planning and deploying in advance, increasing police investment, strengthening road control, and conducting extensive publicity and guidance to ensure safe and smooth road traffic.
During the three-day holiday, people concentrated on driving and highway traffic continued to run at a high level. Judging from the traffic at 700 main channel nodes of 73 expressways monitored by the Transportation Management Bureau of the Ministry of Public Security, it increased by about 25% compared with the same period during the Qingming Festival last year. The majority of traffic police auxiliary police officers actively respond to large traffic flows, large pedestrian flows and large passenger flows, stick to their posts, keep a close eye on key periods, key road sections, key areas, key vehicles, key violations, and key enterprises where traffic flow is concentrated and hidden dangers and risks are prominent, and go all out to do a good job Prevent accidents, ensure safety, prevent congestion and ensure smooth traffic.
As the weather gets warmer, it is expected that demand for outings, flower viewing, short-distance outings and other trips will continue to be strong. The Traffic Management Bureau of the Ministry of Public Security reminds drivers that there are thousands of roads and safety is the first priority. When traveling by car, please abide by traffic safety regulations, drive in a civilized and courteous manner, drive in a safe and orderly manner, and do not rush into traffic jams or rush to pass when traffic is slow. When driving at night, especially in rainy and foggy weather, you must maintain a safe speed and distance between vehicles, and do not speed or drive while fatigued. At the same time, the general public is reminded to consciously fasten seat belts when driving cars, and wear safety helmets when riding motorcycles and electric bicycles to actively reduce the consequences of traffic accidents. (over)