With Easter approaching, the Polish police are launching a nationwide “Safe Easter” campaign. Thousands of officers will be on the roads, and drivers must prepare for increased checks, cascading speed checks, and strict enforcement of the new regulations.
Drones, unmarked police cars and the “Speed” group
The holiday season is traditionally a time of increased traffic on Polish roads. To ensure the safety of travelers, the police are deploying maximum resources. Special “Speed” teams will be deployed in critical areas and on major routes, targeting the most aggressive drivers.
Drones will be used to monitor intersections and pedestrian crossings, and the routes will be swarming with unmarked police cars. Officers also announce so-called cascade speed checks – this means that after passing one patrol, you may encounter another one just moments later, which is intended to effectively cool down the enthusiasm of road pirates.
Zero tolerance and new regulations targeting pirates
Officers will strictly check drivers’ sobriety, the technical condition of vehicles, and whether passengers are wearing seat belts and children are properly secured in child seats. The police have announced a “zero tolerance” policy for those who break the law.
Additionally, officers remind about the strict law that came into force in March this year: for exceeding the speed limit by more than 50 km/h on two-way roads outside built-up areas, the driver immediately loses his driving license. 3 months. Last year’s statistics are alarming – 16 people died on the roads during the Easter holidays, and over 1,300 drunk drivers were arrested. This year’s intensified campaign aims to drastically reduce these tragic numbers.
Truck restrictions
The holiday weekend also brings changes to traffic management for professional drivers. Traffic bans will apply to trucks and vehicle combinations with a gross vehicle weight exceeding 1000 kg on Polish roads during the holiday weekend. 12 tons. These restrictions are intended to smooth the flow of passenger cars and make it easier for Poles to reach their families safely and quickly.
Sources: TVNturbo.pl / Auto.pl Magazine / Autoświat.pl
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