FRSC Urges Motorists to Prioritise Safety as Rainy Season Intensifies

The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Anambra State Sector Command, has advised motorists to exercise greater caution and strictly observe all road safety measures as the rainy season intensifies, warning that wet weather conditions significantly increase the risk of road traffic crashes.

The Sector Commander, Corps Commander Bridget Asekhanuo, gave the advice in a statement issued through the Sector Public Education Officer, SRC Margaret Onabe. She explained that the warning became necessary following forecasts of heavier rainfall and the increased dangers associated with driving under adverse weather conditions.

Corps Commander Asekhanuo urged motorists to ensure their vehicles are in good mechanical condition before embarking on any journey, with particular emphasis on the condition of tyres. She noted that tyres should have adequate tread depth and proper traction to provide effective grip on wet road surfaces, describing them as one of the most important safety components of any vehicle.

She also advised drivers to clean their windshields and windows thoroughly, inspect headlights, brake lights, tail lights, turn signals and windscreen wipers to ensure they are functioning properly. According to her, motorists should always switch on their vehicle lights whenever it is raining, reduce speed, maintain a safe following distance and adjust their driving to suit prevailing weather and road conditions.

To strengthen compliance, the Sector Commander directed all Unit Commanders across Anambra State to intensify traffic calming operations, sustain public enlightenment campaigns and pay closer attention to the condition of vehicle windscreen wipers during patrols and enforcement activities throughout the rainy season.

Reaffirming the Corps’ commitment to reducing road traffic crashes, Corps Commander Asekhanuo called on all road users to cooperate with the FRSC by driving responsibly and obeying traffic regulations. She reminded motorists of the Corps’ enduring safety message: “Drive to Stay Alive.”