The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has cautioned motorists who ply the roads to adapt their driving to the changes in weather conditions.
The Authority in a release dated February 4, 2022 implored motorists to be cautious, tolerant and avoid driving recklessly.”
“The National Road Safety Authority is concerned with the current change in weather condition across the country and deem it necessary to caution all road users on its adverse effects on using the road,” portions of the release indicated.
The release comes after Ghana Meteorological Agency on 19th January, 2021 issued a Harmattan Weather Alert.
“This prevailing situation is characterized by dense foggy, dusty and hazy conditions in most parts of the country with its associated visibility challenges for motorist, especially at dawn and after dusk, making driving risky. Driving in such a condition requires cautiousness and good judgement.”
The Authority further charged motorist to observe traffic regulation to “avoid crashes and its resultant deaths and injuries.”
By so doing, they are to comply to the following;
. Leave reasonable distance between you and the other vehicle
• Exercise patience
• Keep windows and mirrors clean
• Avoid excessive speeding
• Avoid unnecessary overtaking
• Use fog or driving lights (if well equipped)
• · Use your low beam
• Take note of traffic and construction signs
• . Use the edge line of the road a~ a guide
• Use 11dyanci! Warning triangles when your vehicle breaks down and call for immediate removal from the road. Pedestrians are advised to wear reflective clothing to improve visibility and reduce the risk of getting knocked down by vehicle.
• Road contractors should ensure constant watering of untarred roads
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