From today until April 1, the National Republican Guard (NRG) will increase road inspection, patrol and awareness-raising activities throughout the country as part of the Easter celebrations.
In a statement, the GNR said Operation Easter 2024 aims to combat crime, help reduce road accidents, improve traffic flow and support citizens.
The GNR recalls that traditionally the Easter season “is characterized by the reunification of families in their regions of origin and, since it corresponds to the school holiday period, a significant increase in traffic on Portuguese roads is therefore expected.”
The Guard’s memo said the operation is focused on the safety and security of people and therefore goes beyond checking roads: the effort also targets holiday events, neighborhoods, residential and commercial areas, and roads. traffic.
“The inspection period for the largest traffic patrol work on the most important roads will last from the beginning of March 28. [quinta-feira] and April 1st – the period when the highest volume of traffic is expected,” GNR points out.
As part of the operation, the guard advises to “drive carefully, cautiously and carefully, adapting speed to weather conditions, road conditions and traffic volumes, avoid dangerous maneuvers, speeding and do not drive while intoxicated.” and psychotropic substances.”
The GNR also draws attention to the misuse of mobile phones, the misuse or non-use of seat belts and/or child restraint systems, and the safety conditions of vehicles.
The Public Security Police (PSP) also launched on Friday and until March 31 the operation “Polícia Semper Presente – Easter in Safety 2024” with patrols and checks throughout the territory, at the approaches to the main roads.
The purpose of the PSP operation is to ensure road safety, crime prevention and safety during the storage and use of pyrotechnic products.
Author: Lusa
Source: CM Jornal
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