Javea Grapevine Issue 181 - LARGE FONT EDITION | Page 81
There will be a temporary ban on
most road works and restrictions
in place for certain heavy goods vehicles in order to ease congestion.
Additional lanes will be provided
in some areas, especially near larger cities.
There will be an intensified campaign to identify problem drivers,
especially those who consume alcohol or drugs. In order to ensure
safety on the roads, there will be
around 10,000 Guardia Civil traffic
officers on duty, supported by 800
monitors and 13,000 operational
staff.
The traffic flow will be monitored
through 1,603 cameras, 2,388 data
collection stations and by use of
2,214 variable message signs. The
12 helicopters operated by the
DGT will also be in the air carrying out surveillance missions from
bases in Madrid, Valencia, Malaga,
Seville, Zaragoza, Valladolid and
A Coruña. Of those, 8 of them are
equipped with the Pegasus radar
detection equipment.
Always allow extra time for your
journey, take plenty or rest breaks,
take your time, observe the rules
and laws and try to avoid the busiest times where possible. Avoid
consumption of alcohol or drugs
and respect your fellow road users
and you should be able to enjoy the
festive season safely.