Emergency Traffic Measureswhich include targeted policing on the streets, strict controls for dangerous violations and a ban on the movement of trucks during peak hours and mass movements, has been planned by the ELAS Headquarters, which has prepared a special plan, for the safe movement of citizens and the prevention of traffic accidents, throughout the country’s road network.
As announced, the planning of the measures was carried out in the context of more specific orders of the Hellenic Police Headquarters for full and continuous activity, coordination and supervision of all Traffic Servicesin order to ensure smooth and safe road traffic conditions throughout the country’s road network.
In particular, the measures include:
– policing of the road network by sector, based on the particular traffic conditions of each region,
– intensive traffic policing measures at the entrances and exits of large urban centers, where an increased flow of traffic is observed,
– special actions and increased traffic measures within cities,
– increased traffic measures in places where there is a mass gathering of passengers (airports, ports, stations, etc.),
– creation of general and special traffic control teams, focusing attention on the verification of dangerous violations, as well as violations that, based on statistical data, are responsible for causing serious traffic accidents (excessive speed, driving under the influence of alcohol, illegal overtaking, use of mobile phones while driving , not using a protective helmet, etc.),
– informing the citizens through the competent Communication Services of the House, in any case where it becomes necessary to inform the public widely about the existence of any traffic and other problems.
For the implementation of the measures, patrol cars, motorcycles and conventional vehicles will be made available, with the corresponding personnel and equipment for the effective policing of the country’s road network, on a permanent basis.
Prohibition of trucks
During the festive season, traffic bans for trucks with a maximum permissible weight of more than 3.5 tons will apply, as stated in the relevant joint Ministerial Decision, as follows:
1. For the exit from urban centers, on Wednesday 14 August 2024, from 16:00 to 22:00, as well as on Saturday 17 August 2024 from 08:00 to 13:00:
2. For the return, on Sunday 18 August 2024, from 16:00 to 23:00.
Recommendations to citizens
The Greek Police, for safe movement, recommends to citizens:
– Before traveling, to have their vehicle inspected and informed about the state of the road network and weather conditions.
– Be especially careful while driving and observe the rules of the Road Traffic Code.
– To respect the road markings and comply with the instructions of the traffic controllers.
– Do not use mobile phones or other distracting devices while driving.
– Do not consume alcoholic beverages if they are going to drive.
– To protect children riding in the vehicle, using child seats.
– They must “wear” seat belts, just like helmets on motorcycles.
– Not to overestimate their driving skills and the technical capabilities of their vehicles.
– To respect and protect fellow passengers and fellow human beings who use the road network, driving their vehicle with responsibility and caution.
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