FPCA urges safety on Florida roads this Summer
Increased traffic, unfamiliar conditions, and impaired driving pose risks
In this file photo, Motorists drive on I-75 as shown from the Southwest 66th Street bridge south of Ocala on Tuesday, February 1, 2022. [Bruce Ackerman/Ocala Gazette] 2022.
Pointing to “record tourism and tremendous population growth,” the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) has issued public safety reminder in anticipation of more vehicles on the road this summer.
The FHP says that with more vehicles on the road, drivers are more likely to be involved in accidents, especially if they are unfamiliar with the conditions of the road or weather patterns.
To address this, the FHP is urging motorists to take steps to ensure that their vehicles are in good condition before heading out, and to also plan their trips ahead of time.
It is also important to be aware of other traffic around you and courteous in your driving actions, the FHP said in a public safety announcement.
If you see impaired drivers, you are urged to dial #FHP (347).
“As we enter the busy summer travel season, the Florida Police Chiefs Association (FPCA) wants to remind everyone to prioritize safety on the roads,” said FPCA President, Chief Charles Broadway.
The FHP is also reminding motorists to be alert for other motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists, and to obey all traffic laws, including stop signs and red lights.
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