Beijing, 1 Jan (Xinhua) -- This reporter learned from the Traffic Management Bureau of the Ministry of Public Security that as of 21 o'clock on 1 January, the road traffic safety situation across the country was generally stable during the New Year's Day holiday, and no serious road traffic accidents and long-term long-distance traffic congestion were reported.
During the three-day holiday, the masses traveled short distances, visited relatives and friends, and gathered for dinner, and some areas encountered foggy weather, and traffic safety risks were prominent. The national public security traffic management department planned and deployed in advance, increased police investment, and dispatched an average of 18 police forces per day across the country30,000 person-times, 7 police cars60,000 vehicles, strengthen the maintenance of road traffic order, pay close attention to highways, national and provincial highways with large traffic flow and many illegal accidents, and strictly investigate drunk driving, overcrowding, driving without a license and other accidents and violations. At the same time, relying on the forces of "two stations and two members" and "one village and one auxiliary police" in rural areas, we will strengthen publicity and persuasion on overcrowding of vans and illegal carrying of people by light trucks, tricycles, and tractors.
The Traffic Management Bureau of the Ministry of Public Security reminds the majority of drivers to abide by traffic safety laws and regulations, drive in a civilized and courteous manner, drive in a safe and orderly manner, and avoid jamming and rushing in case of slow traffic. When driving at night, especially in rainy, snowy, and foggy weather, you must maintain a safe speed and distance, and do not drive over the speed limit or drive fatigue. (ENDS).