31 October 2014
The Western Cape Department of
Transport and Public Works said it is concerned about the increase in
fatalities on the province’s roads over pay day weekend.
Ministerial Spokesperson
Siphesihle Dube said in September pay weekend resulted in 31 people being
killed of which 16 of the fatalities were vehicle occupants whose bodies were
recovered outside the vehicle, a sign of not buckling up.
Dube said Pay day means more money available for people to
travel, shop and visit loved ones, but it also means more money available for
the purchase of alcohol.
Dube said greater mobility and greater access to alcohol are
reflected in spikes in the death rate over pay day weekends.
“While
further data analysis is required to isolate all of the factors involved, the
public are warned please to exercise extra caution over this time Dube added.
Meanwhile Western Cape Traffic
Chief Kenny Africa has warned motorists to not exceed the speed limit and
exercise extreme caution while driving.
He added that motorist need to
not drink and drive and pedestrian also need to careful when crossing the road
especially on highways.
Africa said do not mix alcohol
and road use. Driving or walking on the roads while intoxicated is a quick way
to an early grave. Use public transport if you intend drinking alcohol.
“Remember that we will be on
the roads all night all weekend, and you could end up in jail if you choose to
get behind the wheel after drinking Africa added.
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