Appeal of the Main State Traffic Police Department of the MIA to the population regarding windy and rainy weather
04 March 2022-nd
According to the information given by the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources, the weather is expected to change sharply from tonight to March 5, especially in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula, with strong winds and rain.In order to prevent traffic accidents and other unpleasant situations that may occur on the roads, the Main State Traffic Police Department of the MIA appeals to road users asking them to be careful when leaving, to follow traffic rules without exception, to be responsible and compassionate to other road users, especially pedestrians.
It should be noted that in unfavorable weather conditions, paying attention to the technical condition of vehicles, including the condition of windscreen wipers, lighting devices, to travel in daylight as much as possible, choosing the right speed limit, keeping the distance above the norm, as well as avoiding overtaking unnecessarily, sudden maneuvers and sharp braking are factors that guarantee safety while driving.
Owners and drivers of trailer, tent, long trucks should be more careful, remember that traffic in windy weather is difficult and dangerous, and pay special attention to the packaging of the cargo they carry.
Pedestrians should be more responsible in windy and rainy weather and avoid behaviors that endanger the lives and health of themselves and other road users.