5 rules for dealing with traffic lights to reduce congestion and accidents

“Integrated transport”: the “left signal” does not synchronize with the front traffic, an international system

The traffic light system has been in place for 10 years in Abu Dhabi.

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The Integrated Transport Center, affiliated to the Department of Municipalities and Transport in Abu Dhabi, confirmed that the traffic lights system applied in Abu Dhabi - and that the left traffic light does not synchronize with the forward traffic signal - is an international system that provides more time on vital roads, and reduces traffic congestion and accidents.

The center identified five rules or systems for optimal handling of traffic lights, most notably the vehicle driver monitoring the signal pole for the lane he wishes to follow, not to be distracted by seeing other poles, and not to be busy with anything other than the road while stopping.

In detail, the Integrated Transport Center, affiliated with the Department of Municipalities and Transport in Abu Dhabi, stated that the mechanism of the sequence of work of traffic lights, not synchronizing the opening of the directional signal to the left with the driving ahead (Lead-Lag), is in line with the global systems practiced internationally and in the neighboring regions, stressing that this The system provides more time for the roads of a vital and arterial nature in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, to avoid congestion and traffic jams, which result in frequent accidents and a rise in vehicle breakdowns on vital roads.

The center informed "Emirates Today" that this system for the work of traffic lights (Lead-Lag) has been applied for more than 10 years in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, especially on the island of Abu Dhabi on vital roads, with the aim of reducing congestion and traffic congestion, reducing waiting time and delays and reducing traffic. Repeated and multiple accidents, and vehicle breakdowns at intersections due to waiting, calling on the public to adhere to traffic and traffic rules to ensure their safety and the safety of road users.

And “Emirates Today” published, in its issue issued last Friday, demands for drivers to reconsider the traffic light system currently in place at some intersections in Abu Dhabi city, where the direction signal to the left does not open in conjunction with moving forward, which causes confusion for drivers coming from outside the city. Abu Dhabi Emirate, and may unintentionally break a red light.

The Integrated Transport Center stated that it is always and periodically keen to publish awareness materials on social networks, to alert and educate road users about the importance of adhering to and paying attention to traffic signs, as in all cases it requires all vehicle drivers to pay close attention and caution, adhere to the concept of safe driving, and pay attention. To traffic signs and warning instructions, and not to be distracted by anything other than the road to avoid accidents and to preserve the safety of road users.

The center has set five rules and regulations for traffic and traffic that must be adhered to when dealing with traffic lights to ensure the safety of road users. The first is for the driver of the vehicle to monitor the signal pole designated for the lane he wishes to follow, and not to be distracted by seeing other poles, and the second is not to be occupied with anything other than the road while stopping, and not to Preoccupation with the movement of the neighboring vehicle, which may push you to move in parallel without looking at the designated signal, in addition to stopping before the stop line if the signal is red, and finally sticking to the lanes at intersections, and adhering to the movement according to the arrows shown on the floor or on the signs and light signals.

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The Abu Dhabi Police Traffic and Patrols Directorate published an indicative video to educate drivers about the dangers and penalties for crossing a red light, as a result of being busy while driving using the phone, and other behaviors that lead to a loss of concentration, noting that Law No. Five of 2020 regarding the seizure of vehicles in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi set a penalty A fine for overtaking a red light with a value of Dh1,000 and 12 traffic points, and impounding the vehicle for 30 days.

According to the law, the financial value for releasing the vehicle is 50 thousand dirhams, in addition to withdrawing the driver’s license for the violating driver for a period of six months starting from the date of withdrawing the license, provided that the vehicle is impounded until the financial value of the liberation is paid, and for a maximum period of three months, and in the event of non-payment The vehicle is for sale at public auction.

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