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Good morning, fellow students. In line with 'Road Safety
Week', I am here to discuss why road accidents occur and how we can prevent
them.
It is unfortunate that news of road accidents and fatalities continue to
make headlines in the media, and often involve schoolchildren. This is why
our school is launching a 'Road Safety Week' campaign to raise awareness
among students about being more responsible and cautious on the road.
Police statistics reveal that many road accidents can be avoided if road
users exercised patience and caution. However, many drivers tend to speed,
drive recklessly, and race on the roads. They weave in and out of traffic
and do not pay heed to road conditions. Potholes and poor maintenance of
vehicles are also major causes of accidents. Long-distance public
transportation drivers can also cause accidents if they drive for long
periods and become tired.
Although summonses and penalties exist to deter road accidents, they are
often ineffective. Instead, stiffer penalties such as increasing fines and
suspending driving licenses of offenders should be introduced. If a motorist
causes an accident, the authorities should confiscate their driving license
and suspend them from driving for a certain period. Stricter enforcement of
traffic rules by authorities will reduce the number of accidents.
To prevent accidents, only roadworthy vehicles should be allowed on the
roads. Vehicles that break down frequently should be taken off the roads.
Increasing the age limit for new drivers has also been suggested to get
young motorists off the roads.
To reduce fatalities, it is time to change our driving and riding attitudes.
Motorists should ensure that they are courteous on the road and that their
vehicles are roadworthy. There should be more awareness campaigns aimed at
instilling good driving habits, especially among schoolchildren.
By being responsible and cautious on the road, we can reduce the number of
accidents and fatalities. Let's remember to respect the law and think about
our safety, as well as the safety of others. Thank you. |
