Road accidents grow 30% in holiday

• April 25, 2024

Normally the holiday season is one of the most anticipated by people, by the emotions it awakens and the parties; However, something that can tarnish this happiness are road accidents in December.

According to Experimentation and Road Safety Center (CESVI ), road accidents in December increase by 30%, due to the increase in traffic flow or the increase in oversights due to the celebrations celebrated in the second week of the month.

Meanwhile, Health Secretary federal states that in this holiday season rises between 10 and 15% the number of deaths from vehicular accidents.

The CESVU clarifies that the majority of road accidents in December occur due to speeding, driving while intoxicated and using cell phones while driving.

For its part, the Ministry of Health of the Federal District ensures hospital care for road accidents in December caused by excessive alcohol intake rises up to 400 people per week.

For this reason, it is important that you take the following measures to prevent road accidents in December and enjoy the holiday season healthily:

1. Designated driver: If you go to party, choose a person to avoid alcohol and take charge of driving.

2. Seat belt: When you go on a road trip, do not forget to put it on, to prevent any accident. If you have small children put them in a special chair for them.

3. Goodbye cell: When driving use a handsfree or let your cell phone ring. This is one of the main causes of vehicle accidents. Beware!

4. Check your car: It is important that your car is in good condition, especially the brakes, so check it before use and avoid accidents.

Do not let road accidents in December overshadow your happiness during the holidays, think about everything around you before exposing yourself to any danger. And you, how do you protect yourself from accidents?

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