‘Seven Days of Danger’ gets underway in Phuket
‘Seven Days of Danger’ gets underway in Phuket — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.
The annual ‘Seven Days of Danger’ road safety campaign began in Phuket on April 10, marking the start of heightened traffic enforcement across the island. The campaign, running through the Songkran holiday, targets speeding, drunk driving, and other high-risk behaviors, according to local officials.
Checkpoints and Enforcement Measures
Police have established 25 checkpoints at key locations throughout Phuket to monitor driver behavior and check for valid licenses. Officers are focusing on motorcycle helmet use and seatbelt compliance, which have been identified as major factors in recent accident data.
Authorities reported that last year’s campaign in Phuket recorded 38 road accidents, resulting in 3 fatalities and 42 injuries. This year, officials said they are deploying additional personnel and increasing random breath testing to reduce casualties.
The campaign is part of a nationwide initiative, but provincial authorities emphasized that Phuket’s high tourist traffic during Songkran requires stricter controls. Local hospitals have been placed on alert to handle potential accident victims during the holiday period.
Source: https://www.thephuketnews.com/seven-days-of-danger-gets-underway-in-phuket-99905.php
