The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has admitted that the increasing rate of accidents, particularly on the Kumasi-Accra road, is “alarming.”
According to Mrs. Pearl Adusu Sateckla, the Public Relations Officer for the NRSA, the situation is “disturbing.”
Speaking on Rainbow Radio 87.5FM’s Nyankonton Mu Nsem, she said, “it is true. The rate of accidents this year is alarming particularly on the Accra Kumasi road. We would also admit that the weather has changed, we are witnessing a foggy weather. The Kumasi road is a forest and mountainous area and due to that, the foggy situation there is extremely high.”
She stressed that drivers need to have “a very sharp or smart judgment” to prevent accidents, especially during this period of unfavorable weather.
The PRO also urged drivers to ensure their vehicles are in good condition, avoid indiscipline, and adhere to safety measures.
“I will urge our drivers to be reminded that if the weather or system is not good, they should have a very sharp or smart judgment, maintain discipline on our roads. This is not the period to misbehave on our roads. This is not the period for overspending because the weather is not favorable.”
Mrs. Adusu Sateckla advised that vehicle components like windscreens, wipers, mirrors, and tires should work effectively.
She asked drivers to avoid traveling at dawn,
unnecessary overtaking, and distractions.
“Drivers must avoid distractions and remain fully concentrated on the road. Pay close attention to your surroundings to spot potential hazards like potholes.It’s safer to avoid traveling at dawn and instead, travel during the day when visibility is better.
She concluded that if drivers follow these recommendations, “the road accidents will drastically reduce.”
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
